Suarpara - Batouli, Surguja
Suarpara is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Suwarpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suarpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suarpara is 433523. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.73 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Suarpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suarpara
As per Census 2011, Suarpara village has a total population of 1,556 people, consisting of 793 males and 763 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 864 literate and 692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suarpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,556 | 793 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 91 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,138 | 574 | 564 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 506 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 287 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Suarpara
Suarpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sedam | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Basen | North | 2.37 km |
| Pathrai | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Poksari | South | 2.94 km |
| Mangari | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Saraswatipur | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Selma | North | 4.10 km |
| Naya Bandh | East | 4.40 km |
| Chiparkaya | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Kapatbahari | South-East | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suarpara
Public transport in the Suarpara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.4 km.
| 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 Sitapur to Suarpara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Suarpara is about 38 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 Suarpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suarpara 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 Suarpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suarpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Suarpara
Where is Suarpara located?
Suarpara village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suarpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Suarpara is Suwarpara.
What is the pincode of Suarpara?
The pincode of Suarpara is 497101.
What is the population of Suarpara?
Suarpara has a total population of 1,556, including 793 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Suarpara?
There are 395 households in Suarpara.
What is the literacy rate in Suarpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suarpara is 55.53%. Male literacy is 63.81% and female literacy is 46.92%.