Surjana - Bhanpura, Mandsaur
Surjana is a village situated in the Bhanpura tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpura and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Surjana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surjana is 469054. The village covers a total geographical area of 712.77 hectares and falls under the 458880 pincode. Garoth is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Surjana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surjana
According to the 2011 Census, Surjana village had a total population of 1,490 people, including 776 males and 714 females, living in 337 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.83%, with male literacy at 78.41% and female literacy at 31.01%. 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 | 1,490 | 776 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 183 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 465 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 311 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Surjana
Surjana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipalkheda | South | 2.25 km |
| Jalya | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Kherkheda Bhat | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Bambhori Khurd | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Barrama | West | 4.33 km |
| Eriya | South | 4.84 km |
| Khedi | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Bambhori Buzurg | North | 5.09 km |
| Chaplyakhedi | South-West | 5.10 km |
| Dhaba | South-East | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surjana
Surjana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurlas, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garoth to Surjana is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Surjana is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surjana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surjana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surjana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surjana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surjana
Where is Surjana located?
Surjana village is located in Bhanpura Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surjana?
Surjana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surjana?
The pincode of Surjana is 458880.
What is the population of Surjana?
Surjana had a total population of 1,490, including 776 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Surjana?
Surjana had 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surjana was 54.83%. Male literacy was 78.41% and female literacy was 31.01%.