Surpura - Becharaji, Mahesana
Surpura is a village situated in the Becharaji taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Becharaji and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Surpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surpura is 509569. The village covers a total geographical area of 801.39 hectares and falls under the 384415 pincode. Becharaji is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Surpura 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 Surpura
According to the 2011 Census, Surpura village had a total population of 951 people, including 490 males and 461 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.37%, with male literacy at 75.17% and female literacy at 51.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243.
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 | 951 | 490 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 137 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 330 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 160 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Surpura
Surpura 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 Surpura
Public transport in the Surpura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Surpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Surpura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Surpura is about 47 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 Surpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surpura 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surpura 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 Surpura
Where is Surpura located?
Surpura village is located in Becharaji Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surpura?
Surpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surpura?
The pincode of Surpura is 384415.
What is the population of Surpura?
Surpura had a total population of 951, including 490 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Surpura?
Surpura had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surpura was 63.37%. Male literacy was 75.17% and female literacy was 51.07%.