Suraj

Suraj is a village located in Becharaji taluka of Mahesana district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Becharaji (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Mahesana. As per 2009 stats, Suraj village is also a gram panchayat.

Suraj has its own place in the vibrant Mahesana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Suraj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Suraj is 509589. The village spans a total geographical area of 1195.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382715. Becharaji is nearest town to Suraj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Suraj

Below is a concise population overview of Suraj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,775 930 845
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 250 121 129
Scheduled Castes (SC) 178 81 97
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,001 649 352
Illiterate Population 774 281 493

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Suraj village:

  • The total population of Suraj village is around 1,775, including approximately 930 males and 845 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 250 children aged 0–6 years in Suraj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Suraj village has 178 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Suraj village is about 56.39%, with male literacy at 69.78% and female literacy at 41.66%.
  • There are around 321 households in Suraj village.

Connectivity of Suraj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Suraj. As per the 2011 stats, Suraj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Suraj

Knowing the nearby villages of Suraj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Suraj.

Poyda Delvada Khant Delpura Khant Dodivada Sanpavada Finchdi Sankhalpur Edala Ganeshpura Dharpura Khant Chhatasana

Frequently Asked Questions about Suraj

Where is Suraj located?
Suraj village is situated in Becharaji Taluka, within the Mahesana district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suraj?
Suraj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Suraj?
The pincode of Suraj is 382715, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Suraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Suraj is 1,775, with 930 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Suraj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Suraj village has a total of 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suraj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Suraj is 56.39%. The male literacy rate is 69.78%, while the female literacy rate is 41.66%.