Salapur - Kalamnuri, Hingoli
Salapur is a village situated in the Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalamnuri and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Salapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salapur is 546259. The village covers a total geographical area of 623.24 hectares and falls under the 431701 pincode. Balapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Salapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salapur
According to the 2011 Census, Salapur village had a total population of 733 people, including 372 males and 361 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.32%, with male literacy at 84.94% and female literacy at 63.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 733 | 372 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 265 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 107 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Salapur
Salapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Redgaon | South | 1.40 km |
| Digras Bk. | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Rameshwar | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Jawala Panchal | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Wadgaon Tarf Jawala | South | 3.09 km |
| Pardi Bk. | West | 3.18 km |
| Kanosa | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Gundalwadi | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Rameshwar Tanda | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Wasphal | South | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salapur
Public transport in the Salapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pangarshinde Halt, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Balapur to Salapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Salapur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salapur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salapur 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 Salapur
Where is Salapur located?
Salapur village is located in Kalamnuri Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Salapur?
Salapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salapur?
The pincode of Salapur is 431701.
What is the population of Salapur?
Salapur had a total population of 733, including 372 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Salapur?
Salapur had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salapur was 74.32%. Male literacy was 84.94% and female literacy was 63.67%.