Surajpura - Dasada, Surendranagar
Surajpura is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Surajpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpura is 512130. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.49 hectares and falls under the 363765 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Surajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surajpura
According to the 2011 Census, Surajpura village had a total population of 838 people, including 420 males and 418 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.06%, with male literacy at 92.20% and female literacy at 72.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 838 | 420 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 343 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 77 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Surajpura
Surajpura 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 Surajpura
Public transport in the Surajpura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patdi to Surajpura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Surajpura is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surajpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surajpura 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surajpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surajpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surajpura
Where is Surajpura located?
Surajpura village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surajpura?
Surajpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surajpura?
The pincode of Surajpura is 363765.
What is the population of Surajpura?
Surajpura had a total population of 838, including 420 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Surajpura?
Surajpura had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpura was 82.06%. Male literacy was 92.20% and female literacy was 72.28%.