Suhron - Rajpura, Patiala
Suhron is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Suhron village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suhron is 036938. The village covers a total geographical area of 431 hectares and falls under the 140402 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Suhron village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suhron
According to the 2011 Census, Suhron village had a total population of 1,913 people, including 984 males and 929 females, living in 346 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.85%, with male literacy at 76.24% and female literacy at 67.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 571.
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 | 1,913 | 984 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 117 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 282 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,207 | 661 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 323 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Suhron
Suhron 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khanpur Baring | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Paharipur | West | 1.79 km |
| Bathonia Kalan | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Mandiana | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Bhogla | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Sahal | South | 2.72 km |
| Bathonia Khurd | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Bibipur | East | 3.01 km |
| Jandoli (75) (ct) | North | 3.04 km |
| Nogawa | South-East | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suhron
Suhron is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajpura Jn, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Patiala to Suhron is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suhron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suhron village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suhron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suhron village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Suhron
Where is Suhron located?
Suhron village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suhron?
Suhron is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suhron?
The pincode of Suhron is 140402.
What is the population of Suhron?
Suhron had a total population of 1,913, including 984 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Suhron?
Suhron had 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suhron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suhron was 71.85%. Male literacy was 76.24% and female literacy was 67.16%.