Suraswati Khera - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Suraswati Khera is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pehowa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Saraswati Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suraswati Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suraswati Khera is 058424. The village covers a total geographical area of 475 hectares and falls under the 136128 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Suraswati Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suraswati Khera
As per Census 2011, Suraswati Khera village has a total population of 3,731 people, consisting of 1,942 males and 1,789 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,300 literate and 1,431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 600 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suraswati Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,731 | 1,942 | 1,789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 267 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 600 | 310 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 2,300 | 1,346 | 954 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,431 | 596 | 835 |
Nearby Villages of Suraswati Khera
Suraswati Khera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jurasi Khurd | North | 1.37 km |
| Pehowa | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Morthali | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Jurasi Kalan | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Dhani Rampura | East | 2.42 km |
| Jhinwarheri | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Siyana Saidan | West | 3.29 km |
| Bodni | North | 3.85 km |
| Balochpura | East | 3.90 km |
| Satora | South-West | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suraswati Khera
Suraswati Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pehowa Road, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kurukshetra to Suraswati Khera is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suraswati Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suraswati Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Suraswati Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suraswati Khera 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 Suraswati Khera
Where is Suraswati Khera located?
Suraswati Khera village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suraswati Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Suraswati Khera is Saraswati Khera.
What is the pincode of Suraswati Khera?
The pincode of Suraswati Khera is 136128.
What is the population of Suraswati Khera?
Suraswati Khera has a total population of 3,731, including 1,942 males and 1,789 females.
How many households are there in Suraswati Khera?
There are 777 households in Suraswati Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Suraswati Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suraswati Khera is 61.65%. Male literacy is 69.31% and female literacy is 53.33%.