Suryanagar - Bhiwandi, Thane
Suryanagar is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Malbidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suryanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suryanagar is 552512. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.7 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Suryanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suryanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Suryanagar village had a total population of 511 people, including 271 males and 240 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.10%, with male literacy at 91.53% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 511 | 271 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 216 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 55 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Suryanagar
Suryanagar 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 Suryanagar
Suryanagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bhiwandi to Suryanagar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Suryanagar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suryanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suryanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suryanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suryanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suryanagar
Where is Suryanagar located?
Suryanagar village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suryanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Suryanagar is Malbidi.
What is the pincode of Suryanagar?
The pincode of Suryanagar is 421302.
What is the population of Suryanagar?
Suryanagar had a total population of 511, including 271 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Suryanagar?
Suryanagar had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suryanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suryanagar was 86.10%. Male literacy was 91.53% and female literacy was 80.00%.