Salepur - Harraiya, Basti
Salepur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Mazagon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salepur is 179134. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.04 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode.
Salepur 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 Salepur
According to the 2011 Census, Salepur village had a total population of 352 people, including 188 males and 164 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.49%, with male literacy at 87.66% and female literacy at 60.00%.
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 | 352 | 188 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 135 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 53 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Salepur
Salepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Navnidh Rai | South-East | 0.67 km |
| Pureferu | North-East | 0.72 km |
| Malgava | South-West | 0.72 km |
| Bakhara | West | 1.03 km |
| Neveri Ram Bax | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Majganva | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Gudanupur | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Raghupur | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Dharampur | North | 1.49 km |
| Sarshi | West | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salepur
Salepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Katra, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Salepur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salepur 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 Salepur
Where is Salepur located?
Salepur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salepur is Mazagon.
What is the pincode of Salepur?
The pincode of Salepur is 272130.
What is the population of Salepur?
Salepur had a total population of 352, including 188 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Salepur?
Salepur had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salepur was 74.49%. Male literacy was 87.66% and female literacy was 60.00%.