Chak Salem - Musahri, Muzaffarpur
Chak Salem is a village situated in the Musahri subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musahri and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Rajwara Bhagwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Salem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Salem is 229445. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 843103 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chak Salem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bochaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Salem
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Salem village had a total population of 94 people, including 53 males and 41 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 774 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.09%, with male literacy at 37.50% and female literacy at 10.34%.
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 | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 15 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 38 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Salem
Chak Salem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Roshanpur | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Pirmahammadpur | West | 1.25 km |
| Serwani Chak Urf Bhagwan | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Nanhu Chak Urf Yusufpur | West | 1.56 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North | 1.79 km |
| Hamidpur | North | 2.38 km |
| Akbarpur | West | 2.39 km |
| Dhobahan Urf Mahammadpur Fazil | East | 2.53 km |
| Makundpur | East | 2.59 km |
| Manika Urf Bishunpur Bhand | South | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Salem
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chak Salem. The nearest railway station is Narayanpur Anant, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.0 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Chak Salem is about 15 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 Chak Salem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Salem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Salem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Salem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chak Salem
Where is Chak Salem located?
Chak Salem village is located in Musahri Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chak Salem?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Salem is Rajwara Bhagwan.
What is the pincode of Chak Salem?
The pincode of Chak Salem is 843103.
What is the population of Chak Salem?
Chak Salem had a total population of 94, including 53 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Chak Salem?
Chak Salem had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Salem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Salem was 26.09%. Male literacy was 37.50% and female literacy was 10.34%.