Surajpur - Darlaghat, Solan
Surajpur is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 72 km from Solan. Surajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpur is 020036. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.79 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Surajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Surajpur village had a total population of 280 people, including 141 males and 139 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.00%, with male literacy at 87.20% and female literacy at 78.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 280 | 141 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 32 | 38 |
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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Surajpur is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surajpur
Where is Surajpur located?
Surajpur village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surajpur?
Surajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surajpur?
The pincode of Surajpur is 173235.
What is the population of Surajpur?
Surajpur had a total population of 280, including 141 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Surajpur?
Surajpur had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpur was 83.00%. Male literacy was 87.20% and female literacy was 78.91%.