Salha

Salha is a village located in Areraj subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Areraj (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Mura is the gram panchayat of Salha village.

Salha has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Salha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salha is 218165. The village spans a total geographical area of 149 hectares. Areraj is nearest town to Salha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Salha

Below is a concise population overview of Salha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,484 786 698
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 241 122 119
Scheduled Castes (SC) 57 30 27
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 780 451 329
Illiterate Population 704 335 369

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salha village:

  • The total population of Salha village is around 1,484, including approximately 786 males and 698 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 241 children aged 0–6 years in Salha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salha village has 57 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Salha village is about 52.56%, with male literacy at 57.38% and female literacy at 47.13%.
  • There are around 246 households in Salha village.

Connectivity of Salha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salha. As per the 2011 stats, Salha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salha

Knowing the nearby villages of Salha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salha.

Rarhiya Rajepur Misrauliya Lauriya Jhakhra Kohbawra Gurha Indu Tola Bhelanari Jitwarpur Mohammadpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Salha

Where is Salha located?
Salha village is situated in Areraj Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salha?
The Gram Panchayat of Salha is Mura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Salha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salha is 1,484, with 786 males and 698 females.
How many households are there in Salha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salha village has a total of 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salha is 52.56%. The male literacy rate is 57.38%, while the female literacy rate is 47.13%.