Surajpura - Lalpur Thana, Mungeli
Surajpura is a village situated in the Lalpur Thana tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Lormi and around 65 km from Bilaspur. Surajpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpura is 437781. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.12 hectares and falls under the 495113 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Surajpura village had a total population of 810 people, including 422 males and 388 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.38%, with male literacy at 81.65% and female literacy at 65.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 809.
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 | 810 | 422 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 95 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 809 | 421 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 267 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 155 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Surajpura
Surajpura 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 Surajpura
Surajpura 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungeli to Surajpura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Surajpura is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | 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 Surajpura
Where is Surajpura located?
Surajpura village is located in Lalpur Thana Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surajpura?
Surajpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surajpura?
The pincode of Surajpura is 495113.
What is the population of Surajpura?
Surajpura had a total population of 810, including 422 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Surajpura?
Surajpura had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpura was 73.38%. Male literacy was 81.65% and female literacy was 65.02%.