Salwar - Imamganj, Gaya
Salwar is a village situated in the Imamganj subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Imamganj and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Nagwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salwar is 256135. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 824206 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Salwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Salwar
According to the 2011 Census, Salwar village had a total population of 551 people, including 301 males and 250 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.53%, with male literacy at 76.52% and female literacy at 60.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
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 | 551 | 301 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 189 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 112 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Salwar
Salwar 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 Salwar
Salwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Salwar is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Salwar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salwar
Where is Salwar located?
Salwar village is located in Imamganj Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Salwar is Nagwan.
What is the pincode of Salwar?
The pincode of Salwar is 824206.
What is the population of Salwar?
Salwar had a total population of 551, including 301 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Salwar?
Salwar had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salwar was 69.53%. Male literacy was 76.52% and female literacy was 60.71%.