Surja

Surja is a village located in Jamua subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 46km away from district headquarter Jamua. Jamua is the sub-district headquarter of Surja village. As per 2009 stats, Palmo is the gram panchayat of Surja village.

Surja has its own place in the vibrant Giridih region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Surja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surja is 351206. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815318. Jamua is nearest town to Surja village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Surja

Below is a concise population overview of Surja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 819 419 400
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 123 62 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 188 94 94
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 2 3
Literate Population 381 252 129
Illiterate Population 438 167 271

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Surja village:

  • The total population of Surja village is around 819, including approximately 419 males and 400 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Surja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Surja village has 188 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Surja village is about 46.52%, with male literacy at 60.14% and female literacy at 32.25%.
  • There are around 125 households in Surja village.

Connectivity of Surja

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surja. As per the 2011 stats, Surja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Surja

Knowing the nearby villages of Surja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surja.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Surja

Where is Surja located?
Surja village is situated in Jamua Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surja?
The Gram Panchayat of Surja is Palmo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Surja?
The pincode of Surja is 815318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Surja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surja is 819, with 419 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Surja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Surja village has a total of 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surja is 46.52%. The male literacy rate is 60.14%, while the female literacy rate is 32.25%.