Surajpur - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Surajpur is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Patlion serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpur is 023304. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.5 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Surajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surajpur
As per Census 2011, Surajpur village has a total population of 1,406 people, consisting of 728 males and 678 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 854 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,406 | 728 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 102 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 493 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 235 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Surajpur
Surajpur 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 Surajpur
Surajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Nahan to Surajpur is about 40 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 Surajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surajpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surajpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surajpur
Where is Surajpur located?
Surajpur village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surajpur is Patlion.
What is the pincode of Surajpur?
The pincode of Surajpur is 173001.
What is the population of Surajpur?
Surajpur has a total population of 1,406, including 728 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Surajpur?
There are 275 households in Surajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Surajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpur is 60.74%. Male literacy is 67.72% and female literacy is 53.24%.