Surangapur - Delanga, Puri
Surangapur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Singhberhampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surangapur is 408544. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Surangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surangapur
As per Census 2011, Surangapur village has a total population of 518 people, consisting of 259 males and 259 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surangapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 518 | 259 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 36 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 197 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 62 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Surangapur
Surangapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basumandal | North | 0.75 km |
| Singhaberahampur Purbabad | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Gonthala | East | 1.01 km |
| Maligan | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Singhbrahmapur Paschimbar | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Bhansara | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Owaupada | North | 1.65 km |
| Narankheta | East | 1.92 km |
| Baratarada | West | 1.96 km |
| Majhibara | South-West | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surangapur
Surangapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haripur Gram, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Surangapur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Surangapur 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 Surangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surangapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surangapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Surangapur
Where is Surangapur located?
Surangapur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surangapur is Singhberhampur.
What is the pincode of Surangapur?
The pincode of Surangapur is 752015.
What is the population of Surangapur?
Surangapur has a total population of 518, including 259 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Surangapur?
There are 111 households in Surangapur.
What is the literacy rate in Surangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surangapur is 73.94%. Male literacy is 76.06% and female literacy is 71.81%.