Salha - Baheri, Darbhanga
Salha is a village situated in the Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Mithunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salha is 227649. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 847105 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Salha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hayaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salha
According to the 2011 Census, Salha village had a total population of 536 people, including 288 males and 248 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.96%, with male literacy at 80.72% and female literacy at 38.02%.
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 | 536 | 288 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 180 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 108 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Salha
Salha 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 Salha
Salha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Darbhanga to Salha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salha
Where is Salha located?
Salha village is located in Baheri Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salha?
The Gram Panchayat of Salha is Mithunia.
What is the pincode of Salha?
The pincode of Salha is 847105.
What is the population of Salha?
Salha had a total population of 536, including 288 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Salha?
Salha had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salha was 60.96%. Male literacy was 80.72% and female literacy was 38.02%.