Surajgarh - Sariya, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Surajgarh is a village situated in the Sariya tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from Baramkela and around 56 km from Raigarh. Sursi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surajgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajgarh is 435596. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.8 hectares and falls under the 496554 pincode. Sarangarh is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Surajgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raigarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Surajgarh
As per Census 2011, Surajgarh village has a total population of 495 people, consisting of 271 males and 224 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surajgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 271 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 201 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 70 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Surajgarh
Surajgarh 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 Surajgarh
Surajgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarangarh to Surajgarh is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Surajgarh is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surajgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surajgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surajgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surajgarh 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 Surajgarh
Where is Surajgarh located?
Surajgarh village is located in Sariya Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surajgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Surajgarh is Sursi.
What is the pincode of Surajgarh?
The pincode of Surajgarh is 496554.
What is the population of Surajgarh?
Surajgarh has a total population of 495, including 271 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Surajgarh?
There are 134 households in Surajgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Surajgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajgarh is 69.70%. Male literacy is 74.17% and female literacy is 64.29%.