Suraundha - Dumraon, Buxar
Suraundha is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kushalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suraundha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suraundha is 248113. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.4 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Suraundha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Suraundha
According to the 2011 Census, Suraundha village had a total population of 1,846 people, including 964 males and 882 females, living in 306 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.66%, with male literacy at 71.65% and female literacy at 53.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 767, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 1,846 | 964 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 202 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 767 | 405 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 923 | 546 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 418 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Suraundha
Suraundha 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 Suraundha
Suraundha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Suraundha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Suraundha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Suraundha is about 15 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 Suraundha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suraundha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suraundha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suraundha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suraundha
Where is Suraundha located?
Suraundha village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suraundha?
The Gram Panchayat of Suraundha is Kushalpur.
What is the pincode of Suraundha?
The pincode of Suraundha is 802119.
What is the population of Suraundha?
Suraundha had a total population of 1,846, including 964 males and 882 females.
How many households are there in Suraundha?
Suraundha had 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suraundha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suraundha was 62.66%. Male literacy was 71.65% and female literacy was 53.02%.