Salempur - Maheshpur, Pakur
Salempur is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshpur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Pakur. Silampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 360730. The village covers a total geographical area of 385 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode.
Salempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Salempur
According to the 2011 Census, Salempur village had a total population of 2,119 people, including 1,074 males and 1,045 females, living in 442 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.22%, with male literacy at 67.94% and female literacy at 56.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 2,119 | 1,074 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 160 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 26 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,133 | 621 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 453 | 533 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Salempur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakur to Salempur is about 33 km, with the usual travel time 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salempur is Silampur.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 816106.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur had a total population of 2,119, including 1,074 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
Salempur had 442 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur was 62.22%. Male literacy was 67.94% and female literacy was 56.45%.