Salempur - Tariani Chowk, Sheohar
Salempur is a village situated in the Tariani Chowk subdivision of Sheohar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tariani Chowk and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Sheohar. Salempur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 218896. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 843329 pincode. Sheohar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Salempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Salempur
According to the 2011 Census, Salempur village had a total population of 5,330 people, including 2,844 males and 2,486 females, living in 1,218 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.26%, with male literacy at 57.31% and female literacy at 42.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 355, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 5,330 | 2,844 | 2,486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,106 | 567 | 539 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 177 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,123 | 1,305 | 818 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,207 | 1,539 | 1,668 |
Nearby Villages of Salempur
Salempur 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 Salempur
Salempur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Salempur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheohar to Salempur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salempur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salempur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salempur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salempur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Tariani Chowk Subdivision, Sheohar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salempur?
Salempur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 843329.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur had a total population of 5,330, including 2,844 males and 2,486 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
Salempur had 1,218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur was 50.26%. Male literacy was 57.31% and female literacy was 42.01%.