Salempur - Gurua, Gaya
Salempur is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chilor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 255668. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Salempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salempur
As per Census 2011, Salempur village has a total population of 376 people, consisting of 191 males and 185 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 191 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 157 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 115 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 76 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Salempur
Salempur 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 Salempur
Public transport in the Salempur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Salempur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Salempur is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salempur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salempur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salempur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salempur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salempur is Chilor.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 804405.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur has a total population of 376, including 191 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
There are 61 households in Salempur.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur is 54.52%. Male literacy is 60.21% and female literacy is 48.65%.