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
According to the 2011 Census, Surak village had a total population of 549 people, including 280 males and 269 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.40%, with male literacy at 83.74% and female literacy at 72.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 549 | 280 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 80 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 549, including 280 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Surak?
Surak had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surak was 78.40%. Male literacy was 83.74% and female literacy was 72.92%.