Salempur - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Salempur is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 29 km from Dasua and around 45 km from Hoshiarpur. Salempur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 030651. The village covers a total geographical area of 596 hectares and falls under the 144216 pincode. Hoshiarpur is the nearest town.
Salempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salempur
As per Census 2011, Salempur village has a total population of 2,191 people, consisting of 1,026 males and 1,165 females. The village has 547 households and a sex ratio of 1,135 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,567 literate and 624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,191 | 1,026 | 1,165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 136 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 189 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 1,567 | 770 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 256 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Salempur
Salempur 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 Salempur
Salempur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Salempur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salempur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salempur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salempur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salempur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salempur?
Salempur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 144216.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur has a total population of 2,191, including 1,026 males and 1,165 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
There are 547 households in Salempur.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur is 71.52%. Male literacy is 75.05% and female literacy is 68.41%.