Surajpura - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Surajpura is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Surajpura J serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surajpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpura is 439615. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.13 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Surajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surajpura
As per Census 2011, Surajpura village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 360 males and 359 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surajpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 360 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 48 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 12 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 13 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 266 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 94 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Surajpura
Surajpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumhari | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Pircha Tola | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Pendri Tarai | East | 1.82 km |
| Kholwa | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Amlideeh | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Kamanbod | North | 2.38 km |
| Dhanaura | South | 2.49 km |
| Pawantara | West | 2.71 km |
| Chanatola | West | 2.73 km |
| Tatawhai | South-East | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surajpura
Surajpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 km.
| 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 Sahaspur-lohara to Surajpura is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Surajpura is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surajpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surajpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surajpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surajpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surajpura
Where is Surajpura located?
Surajpura village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surajpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Surajpura is Surajpura J.
What is the pincode of Surajpura?
The pincode of Surajpura is 491996.
What is the population of Surajpura?
Surajpura has a total population of 719, including 360 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Surajpura?
There are 181 households in Surajpura.
What is the literacy rate in Surajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpura is 59.11%. Male literacy is 73.89% and female literacy is 44.29%.