Salea - Adhaura, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Salea is a village situated in the Adhaura subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Adhaura and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Aathan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salea is 250507. The village covers a total geographical area of 1970 hectares and falls under the 821102 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Salea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salea
According to the 2011 Census, Salea village had a total population of 453 people, including 241 males and 212 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.79%, with male literacy at 83.24% and female literacy at 41.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 372.
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 | 453 | 241 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 201 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 154 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 87 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Salea
Salea is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Munrehra | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Dahar | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Garhwa | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Katraur | North | 4.78 km |
| Manradag | East | 4.92 km |
| Karar | West | 4.96 km |
| Chargori | South-East | 5.13 km |
| Bala Khoh | South-West | 5.51 km |
| Kharkiujar | South | 5.65 km |
| Ujari Chargori | South-East | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salea
Public transport in the Salea is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudra, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhabua to Salea is about 40 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 Salea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salea village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salea village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salea
Where is Salea located?
Salea village is located in Adhaura Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salea?
The Gram Panchayat of Salea is Aathan.
What is the pincode of Salea?
The pincode of Salea is 821102.
What is the population of Salea?
Salea had a total population of 453, including 241 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Salea?
Salea had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salea was 63.79%. Male literacy was 83.24% and female literacy was 41.72%.