Salpahar - Tundi, Dhanbad
Salpahar is a village situated in the Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tundi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Begnariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salpahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salpahar is 361154. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.26 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Salpahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salpahar
As per Census 2011, Salpahar village has a total population of 181 people, consisting of 95 males and 86 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 134 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salpahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 63 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 44 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 51 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Salpahar
Salpahar 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 Salpahar
Salpahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Salpahar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salpahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salpahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salpahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salpahar 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 Salpahar
Where is Salpahar located?
Salpahar village is located in Tundi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salpahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Salpahar is Begnariya.
What is the pincode of Salpahar?
The pincode of Salpahar is 828142.
What is the population of Salpahar?
Salpahar has a total population of 181, including 95 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Salpahar?
There are 38 households in Salpahar.
What is the literacy rate in Salpahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salpahar is 34.25%. Male literacy is 46.32% and female literacy is 20.93%.