Salempura - Palanpur, Banas Kantha
Salempura is a village situated in the Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Palanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Salempura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempura is 508191. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.4 hectares and falls under the 385001 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Salempura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salempura
According to the 2011 Census, Salempura village had a total population of 1,523 people, including 763 males and 760 females, living in 311 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.23%, with male literacy at 91.61% and female literacy at 67.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 1,523 | 763 | 760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 84 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 110 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,087 | 622 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 141 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Salempura
Salempura 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 Salempura
Public transport in the Salempura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Salempura is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salempura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salempura 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salempura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salempura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Salempura
Where is Salempura located?
Salempura village is located in Palanpur Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salempura?
Salempura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salempura?
The pincode of Salempura is 385001.
What is the population of Salempura?
Salempura had a total population of 1,523, including 763 males and 760 females.
How many households are there in Salempura?
Salempura had 311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salempura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempura was 79.23%. Male literacy was 91.61% and female literacy was 67.10%.