Surajpura - Berasia, Bhopal
Surajpura is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Surajpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpura is 482043. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.86 hectares and falls under the 462120 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Surajpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surajpura
As per Census 2011, Surajpura village has a total population of 1,061 people, consisting of 560 males and 501 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surajpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,061 | 560 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 107 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 105 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 352 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 208 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Surajpura
Surajpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Amalya | East | 1.77 km |
| Babukhedi | South | 2.22 km |
| Umaraya | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Shahodra | South | 3.51 km |
| Khata Khedi | East | 4.04 km |
| Kankaria Gujar | West | 4.29 km |
| Sindhora | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Pipakhedi | South | 4.81 km |
| Bijapura | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Gana Khedi | East | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surajpura
Surajpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Biyavra Rajgarh, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berasia to Surajpura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Surajpura is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surajpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surajpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surajpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surajpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surajpura
Where is Surajpura located?
Surajpura village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surajpura?
Surajpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surajpura?
The pincode of Surajpura is 462120.
What is the population of Surajpura?
Surajpura has a total population of 1,061, including 560 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Surajpura?
There are 248 households in Surajpura.
What is the literacy rate in Surajpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpura is 47.13%. Male literacy is 62.86% and female literacy is 29.54%.