Surajpur - Hulasganj, Jehanabad
Surajpur is a village situated in the Hulasganj subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hulasganj and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Suraj Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpur is 260598. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 804407 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Surajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghosi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surajpur
As per Census 2011, Surajpur village has a total population of 4,183 people, consisting of 2,190 males and 1,993 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 703 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,826 literate and 1,357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 935 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,183 | 2,190 | 1,993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 703 | 387 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 935 | 494 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,826 | 1,587 | 1,239 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,357 | 603 | 754 |
Nearby Villages of Surajpur
Surajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Utimpur | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Baigni | South | 1.27 km |
| Naugarh | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Bolakpur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Khudauri | West | 1.96 km |
| Raghunathpur | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Saidpur | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Dabthu | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Walipur | North | 2.28 km |
| Gangapur | East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surajpur
Surajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Islampur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Surajpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Surajpur
Where is Surajpur located?
Surajpur village is located in Hulasganj Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surajpur is Suraj Pur.
What is the pincode of Surajpur?
The pincode of Surajpur is 804407.
What is the population of Surajpur?
Surajpur has a total population of 4,183, including 2,190 males and 1,993 females.
How many households are there in Surajpur?
There are 640 households in Surajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Surajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpur is 67.56%. Male literacy is 72.47% and female literacy is 62.17%.