Sureshpur - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Sureshpur is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Sureshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sureshpur is 434235. The village covers a total geographical area of 601.83 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sureshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sureshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sureshpur village had a total population of 1,548 people, including 768 males and 780 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.34%, with male literacy at 73.13% and female literacy at 55.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,324.
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 | 1,548 | 768 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 128 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,324 | 656 | 668 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 468 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 300 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Sureshpur
Sureshpur 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 Sureshpur
Sureshpur 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Sureshpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Sureshpur is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sureshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sureshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sureshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sureshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sureshpur
Where is Sureshpur located?
Sureshpur village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sureshpur?
Sureshpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sureshpur?
The pincode of Sureshpur is 496118.
What is the population of Sureshpur?
Sureshpur had a total population of 1,548, including 768 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Sureshpur?
Sureshpur had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sureshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sureshpur was 64.34%. Male literacy was 73.13% and female literacy was 55.87%.