Salempur - Surajgarha, Lakhisarai
Salempur is a village situated in the Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surajgarha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Salempur East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 243409. The village covers a total geographical area of 718 hectares and falls under the 811106 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 25 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 12,893 people, consisting of 6,899 males and 5,994 females. The village has 2,109 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,867 literate and 6,026 illiterate residents. Additionally, 874 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,893 | 6,899 | 5,994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,214 | 1,172 | 1,042 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 874 | 483 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 6,867 | 4,138 | 2,729 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,026 | 2,761 | 3,265 |
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
Public transport in the Salempur 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Lakhisarai to Salempur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Surajgarha Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salempur is Salempur East.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 811106.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur has a total population of 12,893, including 6,899 males and 5,994 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
There are 2,109 households in Salempur.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur is 53.26%. Male literacy is 59.98% and female literacy is 45.53%.