Salehpur - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Salehpur is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Salehpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salehpur is 194459. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.85 hectares and falls under the 276206 pincode.
Salehpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salehpur
According to the 2011 Census, Salehpur village had a total population of 736 people, including 379 males and 357 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.83%, with male literacy at 85.76% and female literacy at 54.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 736 | 379 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 277 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 102 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Salehpur
Salehpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahiyapur | South-East | 0.42 km |
| Telipur | South-West | 0.65 km |
| Tiggipur | North-West | 0.71 km |
| Paranpur | East | 0.83 km |
| Chak Kasba | North | 1.12 km |
| Dodopur | East | 1.14 km |
| Mithanpur Hadi Ali | South | 1.14 km |
| Mukarmabad | East | 1.28 km |
| Begpur Aima | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Kisunpur | South-West | 1.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salehpur
Salehpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Phariha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Salehpur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salehpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salehpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salehpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salehpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salehpur
Where is Salehpur located?
Salehpur village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salehpur?
Salehpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salehpur?
The pincode of Salehpur is 276206.
What is the population of Salehpur?
Salehpur had a total population of 736, including 379 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Salehpur?
Salehpur had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salehpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salehpur was 70.83%. Male literacy was 85.76% and female literacy was 54.82%.