Surapura - Belur, Hassan
Surapura is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Chikkamedur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surapura is 615196. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.04 hectares and falls under the 573115 pincode. Belur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Surapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surapura
According to the 2011 Census, Surapura village had a total population of 126 people, including 62 males and 64 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.15%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 69.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 10 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Surapura
Surapura 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 Surapura
Surapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belur to Surapura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Surapura 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 Surapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surapura 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 Surapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surapura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surapura
Where is Surapura located?
Surapura village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Surapura is Chikkamedur.
What is the pincode of Surapura?
The pincode of Surapura is 573115.
What is the population of Surapura?
Surapura had a total population of 126, including 62 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Surapura?
Surapura had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surapura was 78.15%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 69.49%.