Chak Salem - Patori, Samastipur
Chak Salem is a village situated in the Patori subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patori and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Salem is 236821. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 848504 pincode. Samastipur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Chak Salem is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Morwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Salem
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Salem village had a total population of 6,120 people, including 3,248 males and 2,872 females, living in 1,094 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.74%, with male literacy at 70.40% and female literacy at 60.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,597.
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 | 6,120 | 3,248 | 2,872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,059 | 589 | 470 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,597 | 1,394 | 1,203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,327 | 1,872 | 1,455 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,793 | 1,376 | 1,417 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Salem
Chak Salem 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 Chak Salem
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Samastipur to Chak Salem is about 38 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.
FAQs about Chak Salem
Where is Chak Salem located?
Chak Salem village is located in Patori Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the pincode of Chak Salem?
The pincode of Chak Salem is 848504.
What is the population of Chak Salem?
Chak Salem had a total population of 6,120, including 3,248 males and 2,872 females.
How many households are there in Chak Salem?
Chak Salem had 1,094 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Salem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Salem was 65.74%. Male literacy was 70.40% and female literacy was 60.57%.