Surajpur - Bairia, Pashchim Champaran
Surajpur is a village situated in the Bairia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Suryapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpur is 217375. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.8 hectares and falls under the 845439 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Surajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surajpur
As per Census 2011, Surajpur village has a total population of 3,092 people, consisting of 1,683 males and 1,409 females. The village has 597 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 610 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,319 literate and 1,773 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,092 | 1,683 | 1,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 610 | 332 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 851 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,773 | 832 | 941 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masan Dhab | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Tola Malahi | East | 2.89 km |
| Dumaria | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Tola Motipur | East | 3.56 km |
| Sirsia Mathia | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Patjirwa | North | 4.65 km |
| Gambhirpur | South-East | 5.03 km |
| Bhagwanpur | West | 5.08 km |
| Tadhwa Nandpur | East | 5.12 km |
| Balua Rampur | North-East | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surajpur
Surajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Prajapati Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bettiah to Surajpur is about 12 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surajpur
Where is Surajpur located?
Surajpur village is located in Bairia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surajpur is Suryapur.
What is the pincode of Surajpur?
The pincode of Surajpur is 845439.
What is the population of Surajpur?
Surajpur has a total population of 3,092, including 1,683 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Surajpur?
There are 597 households in Surajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Surajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpur is 42.66%. Male literacy is 50.56% and female literacy is 33.22%.