Surujpura - Berla, Bemetara
Surujpura is a village situated in the Berla tehsil of Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from Berla and around 60 km from Durg. Surujpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surujpura is 442257. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.16 hectares and falls under the 491993 pincode. Saja is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Surujpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bemetara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surujpura
According to the 2011 Census, Surujpura village had a total population of 920 people, including 435 males and 485 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 1,115 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.73%, with male literacy at 83.66% and female literacy at 64.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 920 | 435 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 74 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 302 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 133 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Surujpura
Surujpura 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 Surujpura
Surujpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saja to Surujpura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Surujpura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surujpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surujpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surujpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surujpura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Surujpura
Where is Surujpura located?
Surujpura village is located in Berla Tehsil, Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surujpura?
Surujpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surujpura?
The pincode of Surujpura is 491993.
What is the population of Surujpura?
Surujpura had a total population of 920, including 435 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Surujpura?
Surujpura had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surujpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surujpura was 73.73%. Male literacy was 83.66% and female literacy was 64.95%.