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.
Salmanpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salmanpara
As per Census 2011, Salmanpara village has a total population of 991 people, consisting of 502 males and 489 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 558 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 974 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salmanpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 991 | 502 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 93 | 104 |
| 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 has a total population of 991, including 502 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Salmanpara?
There are 177 households in Salmanpara.
What is the literacy rate in Salmanpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salmanpara is 56.31%. Male literacy is 60.56% and female literacy is 51.94%.