Salsala - Nawanagar, Buxar
Salsala is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Sonbarsha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salsala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salsala is 248820. The village covers a total geographical area of 405 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Salsala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salsala
According to the 2011 Census, Salsala village had a total population of 5,040 people, including 2,597 males and 2,443 females, living in 730 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.52%, with male literacy at 81.74% and female literacy at 58.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 500, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,040 | 2,597 | 2,443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 949 | 499 | 450 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 263 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,885 | 1,715 | 1,170 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,155 | 882 | 1,273 |
Nearby Villages of Salsala
Salsala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Salsala
Salsala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Salsala is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Salsala is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salsala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salsala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salsala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salsala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salsala
Where is Salsala located?
Salsala village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salsala?
The Gram Panchayat of Salsala is Sonbarsha.
What is the pincode of Salsala?
The pincode of Salsala is 802129.
What is the population of Salsala?
Salsala had a total population of 5,040, including 2,597 males and 2,443 females.
How many households are there in Salsala?
Salsala had 730 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salsala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salsala was 70.52%. Male literacy was 81.74% and female literacy was 58.71%.