Salha - Madhubani
Salha is a village situated in the Madhubani subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 27 km from Madhubani, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sonaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salha is 220474. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 847238 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Salha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhubani Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Salha
According to the 2011 Census, Salha village had a total population of 80 people, including 41 males and 39 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.35%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 53.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 28 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 13 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Salha
Salha 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 Salha
Salha 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 Salha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Madhubani to Salha is about 17 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 Salha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salha 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 Salha
Where is Salha located?
Salha village is located in Madhubani Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salha?
The Gram Panchayat of Salha is Sonaur.
What is the pincode of Salha?
The pincode of Salha is 847238.
What is the population of Salha?
Salha had a total population of 80, including 41 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Salha?
Salha had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salha was 69.35%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 53.57%.