Salea - Akorhi Gola, Rohtas
Salea is a village situated in the Akorhi Gola subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akorhi Gola and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Pakaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salea is 252505. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.7 hectares and falls under the 821301 pincode. Dehri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Salea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Salea
According to the 2011 Census, Salea village had a total population of 1,620 people, including 873 males and 747 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.10%, with male literacy at 89.35% and female literacy at 64.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 584.
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 | 1,620 | 873 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 122 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 584 | 325 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,088 | 671 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 202 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Salea
Salea 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 Salea
Salea is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehri to Salea is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Salea is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salea village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salea village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salea
Where is Salea located?
Salea village is located in Akorhi Gola Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salea?
The Gram Panchayat of Salea is Pakaria.
What is the pincode of Salea?
The pincode of Salea is 821301.
What is the population of Salea?
Salea had a total population of 1,620, including 873 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Salea?
Salea had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salea was 78.10%. Male literacy was 89.35% and female literacy was 64.95%.