Salar Khurd - Phulwaria, Gopalganj
Salar Khurd is a village situated in the Phulwaria subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulwaria and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Paikaulee Baddo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salar Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salar Khurd is 230543. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.6 hectares and falls under the 841425 pincode. Gopalganj is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Salar Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salar Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Salar Khurd village had a total population of 1,853 people, including 960 males and 893 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.12%, with male literacy at 84.30% and female literacy at 56.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 1,853 | 960 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 151 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,108 | 682 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 278 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Salar Khurd
Salar Khurd 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 Salar Khurd
Public transport in the Salar Khurd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Salar Khurd has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gopalganj to Salar Khurd is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salar Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salar Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salar Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salar Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Salar Khurd
Where is Salar Khurd located?
Salar Khurd village is located in Phulwaria Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salar Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Salar Khurd is Paikaulee Baddo.
What is the pincode of Salar Khurd?
The pincode of Salar Khurd is 841425.
What is the population of Salar Khurd?
Salar Khurd had a total population of 1,853, including 960 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Salar Khurd?
Salar Khurd had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salar Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salar Khurd was 71.12%. Male literacy was 84.30% and female literacy was 56.88%.