Salmara - Azamnagar, Katihar
Salmara is a village situated in the Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Azamnagar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Salmari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salmara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salmara is 225172. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.8 hectares and falls under the 855113 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Salmara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salmara
As per Census 2011, Salmara village has a total population of 1,793 people, consisting of 949 males and 844 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 981 literate and 812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salmara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,793 | 949 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 167 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 981 | 597 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 352 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Salmara
Salmara 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 Salmara
Salmara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Salmara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Katihar to Salmara is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salmara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salmara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salmara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salmara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salmara
Where is Salmara located?
Salmara village is located in Azamnagar Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salmara?
The Gram Panchayat of Salmara is Salmari.
What is the pincode of Salmara?
The pincode of Salmara is 855113.
What is the population of Salmara?
Salmara has a total population of 1,793, including 949 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Salmara?
There are 337 households in Salmara.
What is the literacy rate in Salmara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salmara is 54.71%. Male literacy is 62.91% and female literacy is 45.50%.