Salepur - Singhia, Samastipur
Salepur is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Shalepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salepur is 237235. The village covers a total geographical area of 478 hectares and falls under the 848209 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Salepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hasanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khagaria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salepur
As per Census 2011, Salepur village has a total population of 7,870 people, consisting of 3,932 males and 3,938 females. The village has 1,438 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,807 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,622 literate and 5,248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,870 | 3,932 | 3,938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,807 | 866 | 941 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,452 | 766 | 686 |
| Literate Population | 2,622 | 1,676 | 946 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,248 | 2,256 | 2,992 |
Nearby Villages of Salepur
Salepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Agraul | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Lagma | South | 2.06 km |
| Karahi | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Bishunpur Diha | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Bhirar | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Singhia | North | 2.70 km |
| Jahangirpur | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Arrahi | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Basudewa | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Kankri | South-East | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salepur
Public transport in the Salepur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baraipura Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rosera to Salepur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Salepur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salepur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salepur
Where is Salepur located?
Salepur village is located in Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salepur is Shalepur.
What is the pincode of Salepur?
The pincode of Salepur is 848209.
What is the population of Salepur?
Salepur has a total population of 7,870, including 3,932 males and 3,938 females.
How many households are there in Salepur?
There are 1,438 households in Salepur.
What is the literacy rate in Salepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salepur is 33.32%. Male literacy is 42.62% and female literacy is 24.02%.