Surmania - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Surmania is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Boda Pathakdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surmania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surmania is 240311. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Surmania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surmania
As per Census 2011, Surmania village has a total population of 1,727 people, consisting of 895 males and 832 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 740 literate and 987 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surmania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,727 | 895 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 158 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 189 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 450 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 987 | 445 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Surmania
Surmania 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 Surmania
Surmania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Surmania.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Colgong to Surmania is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Surmania is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surmania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surmania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Surmania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surmania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surmania
Where is Surmania located?
Surmania village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surmania?
The Gram Panchayat of Surmania is Boda Pathakdih.
What is the pincode of Surmania?
The pincode of Surmania is 813204.
What is the population of Surmania?
Surmania has a total population of 1,727, including 895 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Surmania?
There are 360 households in Surmania.
What is the literacy rate in Surmania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surmania is 42.85%. Male literacy is 50.28% and female literacy is 34.86%.