Surajpura Mal. - Shahpura, Dindori
Surajpura Mal. is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Surajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surajpura Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpura Mal. is 491731. The village covers a total geographical area of 388 hectares and falls under the 481672 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Surajpura Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surajpura Mal.
As per Census 2011, Surajpura Mal. village has a total population of 722 people, consisting of 353 males and 369 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surajpura Mal. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 722 | 353 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 138 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 162 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 191 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Surajpura Mal.
Surajpura Mal. 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 Mal.
Public transport in the Surajpura Mal. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahpura to Surajpura Mal. is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Surajpura Mal. is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surajpura Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surajpura Mal. 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 Mal.
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 Mal. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surajpura Mal.
Where is Surajpura Mal. located?
Surajpura Mal. village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surajpura Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Surajpura Mal. is Surajpura.
What is the pincode of Surajpura Mal.?
The pincode of Surajpura Mal. is 481672.
What is the population of Surajpura Mal.?
Surajpura Mal. has a total population of 722, including 353 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Surajpura Mal.?
There are 244 households in Surajpura Mal..
What is the literacy rate in Surajpura Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpura Mal. is 37.67%. Male literacy is 45.89% and female literacy is 29.81%.