Surak - Bhulath, Kapurthala
Surak is a village situated in the Bhulath tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhulath and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Surkhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surak is 029088. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.1 hectares and falls under the 144622 pincode. Bhulath is the nearest town.
Surak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bholath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surak
As per Census 2011, Surak village has a total population of 549 people, consisting of 280 males and 269 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 381 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 549 | 280 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 80 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 206 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 74 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Surak
Surak 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 Surak
Surak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Surak is about 21 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 Surak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surak
Where is Surak located?
Surak village is located in Bhulath Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surak?
The Gram Panchayat of Surak is Surkhan.
What is the pincode of Surak?
The pincode of Surak is 144622.
What is the population of Surak?
Surak has a total population of 549, including 280 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Surak?
There are 123 households in Surak.
What is the literacy rate in Surak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surak is 69.40%. Male literacy is 73.57% and female literacy is 65.06%.