Salempur
Salempur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Salempur village is also a gram panchayat.
Salempur has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Salempur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salempur is 031960. The village spans a total geographical area of 162 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144528. Garhshankar is nearest town to Salempur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Salempur
Population of Salempur
Below is a concise population overview of Salempur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,373 | 676 | 697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 128 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,086 | 559 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 117 | 170 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salempur village:
- The total population of Salempur village is around 1,373, including approximately 676 males and 697 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Salempur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salempur village has 260 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Salempur village is about 79.10%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 75.61%.
- There are around 298 households in Salempur village.
Connectivity of Salempur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salempur. As per the 2011 stats, Salempur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salempur
Knowing the nearby villages of Salempur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salempur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salempur
- Where is Salempur located?
- Salempur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salempur?
- Salempur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salempur?
- The pincode of Salempur is 144528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salempur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salempur is 1,373, with 676 males and 697 females.
- How many households are there in Salempur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salempur village has a total of 298 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salempur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salempur is 79.10%. The male literacy rate is 82.69%, while the female literacy rate is 75.61%.