Surhar - Namhol, Bilaspur
Surhar is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sui Surhad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surhar is 019863. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 174033 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Surhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surhar
According to the 2011 Census, Surhar village had a total population of 382 people, including 199 males and 183 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.56%, with male literacy at 89.89% and female literacy at 61.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 382 | 199 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 160 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 39 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Surhar
Surhar 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 Surhar
Surhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bilaspur to Surhar is about 22 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 Surhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surhar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Surhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surhar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surhar
Where is Surhar located?
Surhar village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Surhar is Sui Surhad.
What is the pincode of Surhar?
The pincode of Surhar is 174033.
What is the population of Surhar?
Surhar had a total population of 382, including 199 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Surhar?
Surhar had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surhar was 76.56%. Male literacy was 89.89% and female literacy was 61.64%.