Surghuri

Surghuri is a village located in Jaitu tehsil of Faridkot district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitu (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Faridkot. As per 2009 stats, Surghuri village is also a gram panchayat.

Surghuri has its own place in the vibrant Faridkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Surghuri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surghuri is 035609. The village spans a total geographical area of 729.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 151202. Jaitu is nearest town to Surghuri village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Surghuri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaitu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Surghuri

Below is a concise population overview of Surghuri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,941 1,540 1,401
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 352 195 157
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,503 795 708
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,552 876 676
Illiterate Population 1,389 664 725

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Surghuri village:

  • The total population of Surghuri village is around 2,941, including approximately 1,540 males and 1,401 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 352 children aged 0–6 years in Surghuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Surghuri village has 1,503 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Surghuri village is about 52.77%, with male literacy at 56.88% and female literacy at 48.25%.
  • There are around 486 households in Surghuri village.

Connectivity of Surghuri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surghuri. As per the 2011 stats, Surghuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Surghuri

Knowing the nearby villages of Surghuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surghuri.

Frequently Asked Questions about Surghuri

Where is Surghuri located?
Surghuri village is situated in Jaitu Tehsil, within the Faridkot district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surghuri?
Surghuri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Surghuri?
The pincode of Surghuri is 151202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Surghuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surghuri is 2,941, with 1,540 males and 1,401 females.
How many households are there in Surghuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Surghuri village has a total of 486 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surghuri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surghuri is 52.77%. The male literacy rate is 56.88%, while the female literacy rate is 48.25%.