Salempur - Najibabad, Bijnor
Salempur is a village situated in the Najibabad tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Najibabad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Lalpur Sojimal Ba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 111567. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.08 hectares and falls under the 246723 pincode. Najibabad is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
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 Najibabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salempur
According to the 2011 Census, Salempur village had a total population of 440 people, including 239 males and 201 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.00%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 53.45%.
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 | 440 | 239 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 162 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 77 | 108 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkhurdarpur Gopal | North | 0.58 km |
| Saifpur Bangar | South | 0.80 km |
| Shaharyarpur Bangar | East | 0.88 km |
| Mohmad Alipur Duwarka | East | 1.26 km |
| Keshopur | North | 1.58 km |
| Bharuka | West | 1.73 km |
| Rayapur Piyagi | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Jalalpur | South | 1.86 km |
| Tisotra | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Anandipur | West | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salempur
Public transport in the Salempur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balawali, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Najibabad to Salempur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Salempur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 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 Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Najibabad Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salempur is Lalpur Sojimal Ba.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 246723.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur had a total population of 440, including 239 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
Salempur had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur was 68.00%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 53.45%.