Surgahi Village - Tariani Chowk, Sheohar
Surgahi is a village situated in the Tariani Chowk subdivision of Sheohar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tariani Chowk and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Sheohar. Surgahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surgahi is 218894. The village covers a total geographical area of 309 hectares and falls under the 843329 pincode. Sheohar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Surgahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surgahi
As per Census 2011, Surgahi village has a total population of 4,151 people, consisting of 2,248 males and 1,903 females. The village has 972 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 805 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,473 literate and 2,678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surgahi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,151 | 2,248 | 1,903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 805 | 435 | 370 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,460 | 808 | 652 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,473 | 941 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,678 | 1,307 | 1,371 |
Nearby Villages of Surgahi
Surgahi 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 Surgahi
Public transport in the Surgahi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheohar to Surgahi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surgahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surgahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surgahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surgahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Surgahi
Where is Surgahi located?
Surgahi village is located in Tariani Chowk Subdivision, Sheohar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surgahi?
Surgahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surgahi?
The pincode of Surgahi is 843329.
What is the population of Surgahi?
Surgahi has a total population of 4,151, including 2,248 males and 1,903 females.
How many households are there in Surgahi?
There are 972 households in Surgahi.
What is the literacy rate in Surgahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surgahi is 35.49%. Male literacy is 41.86% and female literacy is 27.96%.