Salarpur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Salarpur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Salarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salarpur is 201118. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.64 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Machhlishahr is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Salarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Salarpur village had a total population of 2,078 people, including 1,032 males and 1,046 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.52%, with male literacy at 85.06% and female literacy at 58.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 602.
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 | 2,078 | 1,032 | 1,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 162 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 302 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,278 | 740 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 800 | 292 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Salarpur
Salarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Salarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Salarpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Salarpur.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Machhlishahr to Salarpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Salarpur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salarpur 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 Salarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salarpur 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 Salarpur
Where is Salarpur located?
Salarpur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salarpur?
Salarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salarpur?
The pincode of Salarpur is 222143.
What is the population of Salarpur?
Salarpur had a total population of 2,078, including 1,032 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Salarpur?
Salarpur had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salarpur was 71.52%. Male literacy was 85.06% and female literacy was 58.67%.