Surihari - Amarpur, Banka
Surihari is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Sultanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surihari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surihari is 240610. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Surihari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surihari
As per Census 2011, Surihari village has a total population of 2,414 people, consisting of 1,286 males and 1,128 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 417 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,192 literate and 1,222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surihari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,414 | 1,286 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 213 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 116 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 690 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,222 | 596 | 626 |
Nearby Villages of Surihari
Surihari 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 Surihari
Surihari 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Surihari is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Surihari is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surihari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surihari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surihari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surihari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Surihari
Where is Surihari located?
Surihari village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surihari?
The Gram Panchayat of Surihari is Sultanpur.
What is the pincode of Surihari?
The pincode of Surihari is 813101.
What is the population of Surihari?
Surihari has a total population of 2,414, including 1,286 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Surihari?
There are 466 households in Surihari.
What is the literacy rate in Surihari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surihari is 49.38%. Male literacy is 53.65% and female literacy is 44.50%.