Dera Salempur - Barara, Ambala
Dera Salempur is a village situated in the Barara tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barara and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Dera Salimpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dera Salempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dera Salempur is 057629. The village covers a total geographical area of 614 hectares and falls under the 133201 pincode. Ambala Cantt is the nearest town.
Dera Salempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mulana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dera Salempur
As per Census 2011, Dera Salempur village has a total population of 2,346 people, consisting of 1,203 males and 1,143 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,640 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 864 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dera Salempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,346 | 1,203 | 1,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 150 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 864 | 465 | 399 |
| Literate Population | 1,640 | 924 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 279 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Dera Salempur
Dera Salempur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gundani | East | 1.31 km |
| Nahra | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Faridpur | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Thambar | West | 2.83 km |
| Rupauli | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Uncha Chandana | East | 3.36 km |
| Mehmadpur | North | 3.48 km |
| Malakpur | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Milk Shekhan | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Manu Majra | South-West | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dera Salempur
Dera Salempur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mustafabad, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Dera Salempur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dera Salempur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dera Salempur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dera 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 Dera Salempur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dera Salempur
Where is Dera Salempur located?
Dera Salempur village is located in Barara Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dera Salempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dera Salempur is Dera Salimpur.
What is the pincode of Dera Salempur?
The pincode of Dera Salempur is 133201.
What is the population of Dera Salempur?
Dera Salempur has a total population of 2,346, including 1,203 males and 1,143 females.
How many households are there in Dera Salempur?
There are 460 households in Dera Salempur.
What is the literacy rate in Dera Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dera Salempur is 69.91%. Male literacy is 76.81% and female literacy is 62.64%.