Surja

Surja is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Surja village is also a gram panchayat.

Surja has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar 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 Surja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surja is 030212. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144409. Goraya is nearest town to Surja village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Surja

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 690 336 354
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 62 28 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 355 180 175
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 472 243 229
Illiterate Population 218 93 125

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

  • The total population of Surja village is around 690, including approximately 336 males and 354 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Surja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Surja village has 355 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Surja village is about 68.41%, with male literacy at 72.32% and female literacy at 64.69%.
  • There are around 139 households in Surja village.

Connectivity of Surja

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Surja

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Surja

Where is Surja located?
Surja village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surja?
Surja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Surja?
The pincode of Surja is 144409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Surja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surja is 690, with 336 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Surja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Surja village has a total of 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surja is 68.41%. The male literacy rate is 72.32%, while the female literacy rate is 64.69%.