Puranpur Salhapur - Hardwar, Haridwar
Puranpur Salhapur is a village situated in the Hardwar tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Hardwar and around 10 km from Hardwar (rosanabad). Puranpur Salhapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranpur Salhapur is 056663. The village covers a total geographical area of 321 hectares and falls under the 249401 pincode. Hardwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Puranpur Salhapur 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 Jwalapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puranpur Salhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Puranpur Salhapur village had a total population of 3,118 people, including 1,678 males and 1,440 females, living in 506 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.49%, with male literacy at 78.40% and female literacy at 57.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,198.
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 | 3,118 | 1,678 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 554 | 312 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,198 | 1,190 | 1,008 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,756 | 1,071 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,362 | 607 | 755 |
Nearby Villages of Puranpur Salhapur
Puranpur Salhapur 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 Puranpur Salhapur
Puranpur Salhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Hardwar to Puranpur Salhapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar (rosanabad) to Puranpur Salhapur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puranpur Salhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranpur Salhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Puranpur Salhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puranpur Salhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puranpur Salhapur
Where is Puranpur Salhapur located?
Puranpur Salhapur village is located in Hardwar Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puranpur Salhapur?
Puranpur Salhapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puranpur Salhapur?
The pincode of Puranpur Salhapur is 249401.
What is the population of Puranpur Salhapur?
Puranpur Salhapur had a total population of 3,118, including 1,678 males and 1,440 females.
How many households are there in Puranpur Salhapur?
Puranpur Salhapur had 506 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpur Salhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranpur Salhapur was 68.49%. Male literacy was 78.40% and female literacy was 57.18%.