Surgahia - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Surgahia is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Sutihara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surgahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surgahia is 219187. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.6 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Surgahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surgahia
According to the 2011 Census, Surgahia village had a total population of 3,002 people, including 1,580 males and 1,422 females, living in 651 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.87%, with male literacy at 62.70% and female literacy at 39.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 737, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,002 | 1,580 | 1,422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 237 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 737 | 393 | 344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,302 | 842 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,700 | 738 | 962 |
Nearby Villages of Surgahia
Surgahia 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 Surgahia
Public transport in the Surgahia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Surgahia is about 20 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 Surgahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surgahia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Surgahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surgahia 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surgahia
Where is Surgahia located?
Surgahia village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surgahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Surgahia is Sutihara.
What is the pincode of Surgahia?
The pincode of Surgahia is 843324.
What is the population of Surgahia?
Surgahia had a total population of 3,002, including 1,580 males and 1,422 females.
How many households are there in Surgahia?
Surgahia had 651 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surgahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surgahia was 51.87%. Male literacy was 62.70% and female literacy was 39.42%.