Salampur - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Salampur is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Salampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salampur is 207137. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.03 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Salampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salampur
As per Census 2011, Salampur village has a total population of 2,506 people, consisting of 1,292 males and 1,214 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,551 literate and 955 illiterate residents. Additionally, 766 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,506 | 1,292 | 1,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 207 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 766 | 397 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,551 | 921 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 371 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Salampur
Salampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aujraura | North | 1.07 km |
| Dindaspur | West | 1.62 km |
| Gohada | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Toganpur | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Gopalipur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Derawal | East | 1.80 km |
| Dharahara | South | 1.85 km |
| Chhittmpur | North | 2.16 km |
| Ukani_viram Rai | East | 2.31 km |
| Ranepur | North-West | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salampur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Salampur. The nearest railway station is Sakaldiha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Salampur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Salampur 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 Salampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salampur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salampur
Where is Salampur located?
Salampur village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salampur?
Salampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salampur?
The pincode of Salampur is 232109.
What is the population of Salampur?
Salampur has a total population of 2,506, including 1,292 males and 1,214 females.
How many households are there in Salampur?
There are 380 households in Salampur.
What is the literacy rate in Salampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salampur is 61.89%. Male literacy is 71.28% and female literacy is 51.89%.