Surajpura Khurd - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Surajpura Khurd is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Surajpura Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpura Khurd is 458157. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.39 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Surajpura Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surajpura Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Surajpura Khurd village had a total population of 1,189 people, including 622 males and 567 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.59%, with male literacy at 78.49% and female literacy at 47.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 1,189 | 622 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 92 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 416 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 206 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Surajpura Khurd
Surajpura Khurd 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 Surajpura Khurd
Surajpura Khurd 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 Bada Malhera to Surajpura Khurd is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Surajpura Khurd is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surajpura Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surajpura Khurd 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surajpura Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surajpura Khurd
Where is Surajpura Khurd located?
Surajpura Khurd village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surajpura Khurd?
Surajpura Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surajpura Khurd?
The pincode of Surajpura Khurd is 471311.
What is the population of Surajpura Khurd?
Surajpura Khurd had a total population of 1,189, including 622 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Surajpura Khurd?
Surajpura Khurd had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surajpura Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpura Khurd was 63.59%. Male literacy was 78.49% and female literacy was 47.07%.