Surpada - Sihunta, Chamba
Surpada is a village situated in the Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Surpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surpada is 007628. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.59 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Surpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surpada
As per Census 2011, Surpada village has a total population of 448 people, consisting of 219 males and 229 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 295 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 440 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 448 | 219 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 211 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 171 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 48 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Surpada
Surpada 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 Surpada
Surpada 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 Chamba to Surpada is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surpada 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 Surpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surpada
Where is Surpada located?
Surpada village is located in Sihunta Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Surpada is Surpara.
What is the pincode of Surpada?
The pincode of Surpada is 176207.
What is the population of Surpada?
Surpada has a total population of 448, including 219 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Surpada?
There are 84 households in Surpada.
What is the literacy rate in Surpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surpada is 65.85%. Male literacy is 78.08% and female literacy is 54.15%.