Salampur - Baisi, Purnia
Salampur is a village situated in the Baisi subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisi and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Bangama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salampur is 224058. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Salampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salampur
According to the 2011 Census, Salampur village had a total population of 320 people, including 152 males and 168 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.96%, with male literacy at 31.62% and female literacy at 28.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 98.
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 | 320 | 152 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 47 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 115 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Salampur
Salampur 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 Salampur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Salampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Salampur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salampur
Where is Salampur located?
Salampur village is located in Baisi Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salampur is Bangama.
What is the pincode of Salampur?
The pincode of Salampur is 854315.
What is the population of Salampur?
Salampur had a total population of 320, including 152 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Salampur?
Salampur had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salampur was 29.96%. Male literacy was 31.62% and female literacy was 28.46%.