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.
Here you can discover what makes Salempur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Salempur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Salempur has a total population of about 1,373, with approximately 676 males and 697 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 260 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.10%, with male literacy at about 82.69% and female literacy near 75.61%. There are around 298 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salempur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.