Salpur - Tharali, Chamoli
Salpur is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Angoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salpur is 041642. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.57 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Salpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Salpur
According to the 2011 Census, Salpur village had a total population of 79 people, including 35 males and 44 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,257 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.37%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 58.14%.
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 | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 5 | 19 |
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
Public transport in the Salpur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Salpur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salpur
Where is Salpur located?
Salpur village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salpur is Angoth.
What is the pincode of Salpur?
The pincode of Salpur is 246481.
What is the population of Salpur?
Salpur had a total population of 79, including 35 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Salpur?
Salpur had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salpur was 72.37%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 58.14%.