Surkhadeipur - Darpan, Jajpur
Surkhadeipur is a village situated in the Darpan tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Badachana and around 50 km from Jajapur . Arakhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surkhadeipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surkhadeipur is 401688. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 754023 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Surkhadeipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barchana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surkhadeipur
According to the 2011 Census, Surkhadeipur village had a total population of 999 people, including 485 males and 514 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.02%, with male literacy at 92.52% and female literacy at 77.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 999 | 485 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 44 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 408 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 77 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Surkhadeipur
Surkhadeipur 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 Surkhadeipur
Public transport in the Surkhadeipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Surkhadeipur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Surkhadeipur is about 50 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 Surkhadeipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surkhadeipur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surkhadeipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surkhadeipur 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 Surkhadeipur
Where is Surkhadeipur located?
Surkhadeipur village is located in Darpan Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surkhadeipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surkhadeipur is Arakhapur.
What is the pincode of Surkhadeipur?
The pincode of Surkhadeipur is 754023.
What is the population of Surkhadeipur?
Surkhadeipur had a total population of 999, including 485 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Surkhadeipur?
Surkhadeipur had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surkhadeipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surkhadeipur was 85.02%. Male literacy was 92.52% and female literacy was 77.83%.