Surpur - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Surpur is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Surpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surpur is 510060. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.9 hectares and falls under the 383430 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Surpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surpur
As per Census 2011, Surpur village has a total population of 2,590 people, consisting of 1,345 males and 1,245 females. The village has 513 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 342 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,955 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,590 | 1,345 | 1,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 194 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 197 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 1,955 | 1,071 | 884 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 274 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Surpur
Surpur 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 Surpur
Public transport in the Surpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Idar to Surpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Surpur is about 34 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 Surpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surpur 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 Surpur
Where is Surpur located?
Surpur village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surpur?
Surpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surpur?
The pincode of Surpur is 383430.
What is the population of Surpur?
Surpur has a total population of 2,590, including 1,345 males and 1,245 females.
How many households are there in Surpur?
There are 513 households in Surpur.
What is the literacy rate in Surpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surpur is 75.48%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 71.00%.