Salmanpara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Salmanpara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 24 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salmanpara is 273919. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salmanpara
According to the 2011 Census, Salmanpara village had a total population of 991 people, including 502 males and 489 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.28%, with male literacy at 74.33% and female literacy at 65.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 974.
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 | 991 | 502 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 93 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 974 | 494 | 480 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 304 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 198 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Salmanpara
Salmanpara 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 Salmanpara
Salmanpara 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 Tura to Salmanpara is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salmanpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salmanpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salmanpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salmanpara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salmanpara
Where is Salmanpara located?
Salmanpara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Salmanpara?
The pincode of Salmanpara is 794115.
What is the population of Salmanpara?
Salmanpara had a total population of 991, including 502 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Salmanpara?
Salmanpara had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salmanpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salmanpara was 70.28%. Male literacy was 74.33% and female literacy was 65.97%.