Suro - Bachhwara, Begusarai
Suro is a village situated in the Bachhwara subdivision of Begusarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bachhwara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Begusarai. Govindpur-iii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suro is 237782. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 851111 pincode. Dalsinghsarai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Suro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Suro
As per Census 2011, Suro village has a total population of 4,046 people, consisting of 2,102 males and 1,944 females. The village has 805 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 716 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,969 literate and 2,077 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suro are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,046 | 2,102 | 1,944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 716 | 365 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 150 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,969 | 1,167 | 802 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,077 | 935 | 1,142 |
Nearby Villages of Suro
Suro is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Alampur Kanhu | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Gauspur | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Jhamatia | South | 1.52 km |
| Chak Ganga | South | 2.26 km |
| Chakbhela | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Bachhwara | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Balbhadarban | West | 2.54 km |
| Dadupur | West | 2.61 km |
| Khairpur Sarai | West | 2.93 km |
| Khajulia | East | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suro
Suro is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Fateha Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalsinghsarai to Suro is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Begusarai to Suro is about 25 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 Suro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suro village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Suro
Where is Suro located?
Suro village is located in Bachhwara Subdivision, Begusarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suro?
The Gram Panchayat of Suro is Govindpur-iii.
What is the pincode of Suro?
The pincode of Suro is 851111.
What is the population of Suro?
Suro has a total population of 4,046, including 2,102 males and 1,944 females.
How many households are there in Suro?
There are 805 households in Suro.
What is the literacy rate in Suro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suro is 48.67%. Male literacy is 55.52% and female literacy is 41.26%.