Suraj - Becharaji, Mahesana
Suraj is a village situated in the Becharaji taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Becharaji and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Suraj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suraj is 509589. The village covers a total geographical area of 1195.89 hectares and falls under the 384415 pincode. Becharaji is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Suraj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Becharaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suraj
According to the 2011 Census, Suraj village had a total population of 1,775 people, including 930 males and 845 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.64%, with male literacy at 80.22% and female literacy at 49.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
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 | 1,775 | 930 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 121 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 81 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 649 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 774 | 281 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Suraj
Suraj 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 Suraj
Suraj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Suraj.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Becharaji to Suraj is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Suraj is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suraj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suraj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Suraj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suraj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suraj
Where is Suraj located?
Suraj village is located in Becharaji Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suraj?
Suraj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suraj?
The pincode of Suraj is 384415.
What is the population of Suraj?
Suraj had a total population of 1,775, including 930 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Suraj?
Suraj had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suraj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suraj was 65.64%. Male literacy was 80.22% and female literacy was 49.16%.