Suratpur - Kanti, Muzaffarpur
Suratpur is a village situated in the Kanti subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanti and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Harchanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suratpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suratpur is 228651. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.4 hectares and falls under the 843109 pincode. Kanti is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Suratpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Suratpur
According to the 2011 Census, Suratpur village had a total population of 1,031 people, including 548 males and 483 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.89%, with male literacy at 84.23% and female literacy at 70.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 1,031 | 548 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 85 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 390 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 158 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Suratpur
Suratpur 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 Suratpur
Suratpur 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 Suratpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kanti to Suratpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Muzaffarpur to Suratpur 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 Suratpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suratpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suratpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suratpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suratpur
Where is Suratpur located?
Suratpur village is located in Kanti Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suratpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Suratpur is Harchanda.
What is the pincode of Suratpur?
The pincode of Suratpur is 843109.
What is the population of Suratpur?
Suratpur had a total population of 1,031, including 548 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Suratpur?
Suratpur had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suratpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suratpur was 77.89%. Male literacy was 84.23% and female literacy was 70.73%.