Salempur - Bhagwanpur Hat, Siwan
Salempur is a village situated in the Bhagwanpur Hat subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpur Hat and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Morakhas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 231739. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 841408 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Salempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salempur
As per Census 2011, Salempur village has a total population of 904 people, consisting of 468 males and 436 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 519 literate and 385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 904 | 468 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 519 | 304 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 164 | 221 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. Salempur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Salempur is about 30 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 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Bhagwanpur Hat Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salempur is Morakhas.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 841408.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur has a total population of 904, including 468 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
There are 126 households in Salempur.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur is 57.41%. Male literacy is 64.96% and female literacy is 49.31%.