Surapur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Surapur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Mukho Mazara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surapur is 031826. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 144525 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Surapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surapur
According to the 2011 Census, Surapur village had a total population of 483 people, including 271 males and 212 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 782 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.38%, with male literacy at 89.58% and female literacy at 80.10%.
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 | 483 | 271 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 215 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 56 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Surapur
Surapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukho Mazara | South-West | 0.61 km |
| Handowal Khurd | North-East | 0.62 km |
| Handowal Kalan | North | 1.27 km |
| Binewal | East | 1.41 km |
| Bambeli | South | 1.58 km |
| Lehli Kalan | West | 1.68 km |
| Balaspur | South | 1.70 km |
| Rajni Devi | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Singhpur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Bhilowal | North-West | 2.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surapur
Surapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mahngarwal Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Surapur is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surapur 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 Surapur
Where is Surapur located?
Surapur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surapur is Mukho Mazara.
What is the pincode of Surapur?
The pincode of Surapur is 144525.
What is the population of Surapur?
Surapur had a total population of 483, including 271 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Surapur?
Surapur had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surapur was 85.38%. Male literacy was 89.58% and female literacy was 80.10%.