Salempur - Raghunathpur, Siwan
Salempur is a village situated in the Raghunathpur subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghunathpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 232503. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 841504 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 1,132 people, consisting of 605 males and 527 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 701 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 146 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,132 | 605 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 76 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 430 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 175 | 256 |
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
Public transport in the Salempur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Raghunathpur Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salempur is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 841504.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur has a total population of 1,132, including 605 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
There are 151 households in Salempur.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur is 61.93%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 51.42%.