Surahia - Barharia, Siwan
Surahia is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Nawalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surahia is 231443. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Surahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surahia
According to the 2011 Census, Surahia village had a total population of 1,166 people, including 634 males and 532 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.64%, with male literacy at 82.30% and female literacy at 63.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191.
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 | 1,166 | 634 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 103 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 106 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 437 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 197 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Surahia
Surahia 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 Surahia
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Surahia 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.
FAQs about Surahia
Where is Surahia located?
Surahia village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Surahia is Nawalpur.
What is the pincode of Surahia?
The pincode of Surahia is 841232.
What is the population of Surahia?
Surahia had a total population of 1,166, including 634 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Surahia?
Surahia had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surahia was 73.64%. Male literacy was 82.30% and female literacy was 63.62%.