Suratpur - Mahua, Vaishali
Suratpur is a village situated in the Mahua subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahua and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Gauspur Chakmazahid serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suratpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suratpur is 235288. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 844122 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Suratpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Suratpur
According to the 2011 Census, Suratpur village had a total population of 674 people, including 388 males and 286 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 737 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.98%, with male literacy at 78.90% and female literacy at 56.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123.
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 | 674 | 388 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 61 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 72 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 258 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 130 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Suratpur
Suratpur 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 Suratpur
Suratpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Hajipur to Suratpur is about 25 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 Suratpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suratpur 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 Suratpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suratpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Suratpur
Where is Suratpur located?
Suratpur village is located in Mahua Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suratpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Suratpur is Gauspur Chakmazahid.
What is the pincode of Suratpur?
The pincode of Suratpur is 844122.
What is the population of Suratpur?
Suratpur had a total population of 674, including 388 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Suratpur?
Suratpur had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suratpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suratpur was 68.98%. Male literacy was 78.90% and female literacy was 56.00%.