Salpur - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Salpur is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Tharali and around 79 km from Gopeshwar. Pastoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salpur is 041628. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.18 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Salpur 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salpur
According to the 2011 Census, Salpur village had a total population of 49 people, including 24 males and 25 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 77.27%.
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 | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Salpur
Salpur 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 Salpur
Salpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Salpur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Salpur is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salpur 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 Salpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salpur
Where is Salpur located?
Salpur village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salpur is Pastoli.
What is the pincode of Salpur?
The pincode of Salpur is 246481.
What is the population of Salpur?
Salpur had a total population of 49, including 24 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Salpur?
Salpur had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salpur was 83.33%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 77.27%.