Salempur - Tikari, Gaya
Salempur is a village situated in the Tikari subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikari and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chaita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 254722. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 824236 pincode. Tikari is the nearest town, located about 15 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 1,278 people, consisting of 638 males and 640 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 721 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 441 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,278 | 638 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 125 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 212 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 721 | 434 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 204 | 353 |
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
Salempur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Salempur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tikari to Salempur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Salempur is about 40 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Tikari Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salempur is Chaita.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 824236.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur has a total population of 1,278, including 638 males and 640 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
There are 207 households in Salempur.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur is 56.42%. Male literacy is 68.03% and female literacy is 44.84%.