Surajbarla - Bajna, Ratlam
Surajbarla is a village situated in the Bajna tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajna and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Bhurighati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surajbarla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajbarla is 470755. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.18 hectares and falls under the 457555 pincode. Ratlam is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Surajbarla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surajbarla
According to the 2011 Census, Surajbarla village had a total population of 674 people, including 340 males and 334 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.80%, with male literacy at 56.00% and female literacy at 41.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 646.
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 | 674 | 340 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 646 | 323 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 154 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 186 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Surajbarla
Surajbarla 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 Surajbarla
Surajbarla 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 >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 Ratlam to Surajbarla is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surajbarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surajbarla 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 Surajbarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surajbarla 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 Surajbarla
Where is Surajbarla located?
Surajbarla village is located in Bajna Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surajbarla?
The Gram Panchayat of Surajbarla is Bhurighati.
What is the pincode of Surajbarla?
The pincode of Surajbarla is 457555.
What is the population of Surajbarla?
Surajbarla had a total population of 674, including 340 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Surajbarla?
Surajbarla had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surajbarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajbarla was 48.80%. Male literacy was 56.00% and female literacy was 41.42%.