Surujpur

Surujpur is a village located in Basia subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Basiya (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Pantha is the gram panchayat of Surujpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Surujpur unique in its vibrant Basia-Gumla region. You’ll see Surujpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Surujpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surujpur is 375910. The village spans a total geographical area of 347 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835229. Basiya is nearest town to Surujpur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Surujpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Surujpur

According to the 2011 Census, Surujpur has a total population of about 551, with approximately 280 males and 271 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 370. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.97%, with male literacy at about 73.21% and female literacy near 60.52%. There are around 106 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Surujpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 551 280 271
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 43 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 112 55 57
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 370 188 182
Literate Population 369 205 164
Illiterate Population 182 75 107

Connectivity of Surujpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surujpur. As per the 2011 stats, Surujpur 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Surujpur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Surujpur

Where is Surujpur located?
Surujpur village is situated in Basia Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surujpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surujpur is Pantha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Surujpur?
The pincode of Surujpur is 835229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Surujpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surujpur is 551, with 280 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Surujpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Surujpur village has a total of 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surujpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surujpur is 66.97%. The male literacy rate is 73.21%, while the female literacy rate is 60.52%.