Salempur - Harraiya, Basti
Salempur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. Khemraj Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 179933. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.09 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Salempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salempur
According to the 2011 Census, Salempur village had a total population of 37 people, including 26 males and 11 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 423 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.03%, with male literacy at 30.43% and female literacy at 25.00%.
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 | 37 | 26 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 19 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Salempur
Salempur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naipura | South | 0.15 km |
| Pikaura Chaube | North | 0.17 km |
| Pure Hasan Nalband | South-East | 0.39 km |
| Pure Gangaram | East | 0.43 km |
| Bara Gaon | South | 0.46 km |
| Pure Moti | North-East | 0.52 km |
| Sukhrampur | East | 0.59 km |
| Kajipur | East | 0.62 km |
| Aaliya Jugram | North-East | 0.77 km |
| Trilokpur | East | 0.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salempur
The nearest railway station is Darshannagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salempur is Khemraj Pur.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 272130.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur had a total population of 37, including 26 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
Salempur had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur was 29.03%. Male literacy was 30.43% and female literacy was 25.00%.