Salahpur - Chamkaur Sahib, Rupnagar
Salahpur is a village situated in the Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamkaur Sahib and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Salahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salahpur is 038820. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 140111 pincode. Chamkaur Sahib is the nearest town.
Salahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamkaur Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Salahpur village had a total population of 445 people, including 238 males and 207 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.30%, with male literacy at 89.90% and female literacy at 63.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 445 | 238 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 187 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 51 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Salahpur
Salahpur 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 Salahpur
Public transport in the Salahpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Salahpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Salahpur is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salahpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salahpur
Where is Salahpur located?
Salahpur village is located in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salahpur?
Salahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salahpur?
The pincode of Salahpur is 140111.
What is the population of Salahpur?
Salahpur had a total population of 445, including 238 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Salahpur?
Salahpur had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salahpur was 77.30%. Male literacy was 89.90% and female literacy was 63.04%.