Salhapur
Salhapur is a village located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Akbarpur Jhojha is the gram panchayat of Salhapur village.
Salhapur has its own place in the vibrant Hardwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Salhapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salhapur is 056487. The village spans a total geographical area of 175.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247688. Roorkee is nearest town to Salhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salhapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jhabrera Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Salhapur
Below is a concise population overview of Salhapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 473 | 249 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 466 | 245 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 158 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 91 | 105 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salhapur village:
- The total population of Salhapur village is around 473, including approximately 249 males and 224 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Salhapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salhapur village has 466 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salhapur village is about 58.56%, with male literacy at 63.45% and female literacy at 53.13%.
- There are around 83 households in Salhapur village.
Connectivity of Salhapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salhapur. As per the 2011 stats, Salhapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salhapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Salhapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salhapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salhapur
- Where is Salhapur located?
- Salhapur village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salhapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salhapur is Akbarpur Jhojha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salhapur?
- The pincode of Salhapur is 247688, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salhapur is 473, with 249 males and 224 females.
- How many households are there in Salhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salhapur village has a total of 83 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salhapur is 58.56%. The male literacy rate is 63.45%, while the female literacy rate is 53.13%.