Surhian - Barharia, Siwan
Surhian is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Padarauna Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surhian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surhian is 231447. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Surhian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Surhian
As per Census 2011, Surhian village has a total population of 4,054 people, consisting of 2,067 males and 1,987 females. The village has 611 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 709 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,395 literate and 1,659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surhian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,054 | 2,067 | 1,987 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 709 | 333 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 198 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,395 | 1,431 | 964 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,659 | 636 | 1,023 |
Nearby Villages of Surhian
Surhian 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 Surhian
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Surhian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Siwan to Surhian is about 17 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 Surhian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surhian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surhian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surhian 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surhian
Where is Surhian located?
Surhian village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surhian?
The Gram Panchayat of Surhian is Padarauna Khurd.
What is the pincode of Surhian?
The pincode of Surhian is 841232.
What is the population of Surhian?
Surhian has a total population of 4,054, including 2,067 males and 1,987 females.
How many households are there in Surhian?
There are 611 households in Surhian.
What is the literacy rate in Surhian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surhian is 59.08%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 48.52%.