Salhapur - Roorkee, Haridwar
Salhapur is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Roorkee and around 43 km from Hardwar. Akbarpur Jhojha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salhapur is 056487. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.05 hectares and falls under the 247667 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
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 Jhabrera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Salhapur village had a total population of 473 people, including 249 males and 224 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.72%, with male literacy at 71.49% and female literacy at 57.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 466, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Salhapur
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 Salhapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Salhapur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Salhapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Salhapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Salhapur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Salhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salhapur
Where is Salhapur located?
Salhapur village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salhapur is Akbarpur Jhojha.
What is the pincode of Salhapur?
The pincode of Salhapur is 247667.
What is the population of Salhapur?
Salhapur had a total population of 473, including 249 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Salhapur?
Salhapur had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salhapur was 64.72%. Male literacy was 71.49% and female literacy was 57.49%.