Surewal - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Surewal is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Bass Dabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surewal is 038357. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.2 hectares and falls under the 140123 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Surewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandpur Sahib Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Surewal
According to the 2011 Census, Surewal village had a total population of 1,856 people, including 982 males and 874 females, living in 363 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.07%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 76.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285.
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 | 1,856 | 982 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 150 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 828 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 154 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Surewal
Surewal 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 Surewal
Surewal 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 located within >10 km of Surewal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rupnagar to Surewal is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surewal 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 Surewal
Where is Surewal located?
Surewal village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Surewal is Bass Dabri.
What is the pincode of Surewal?
The pincode of Surewal is 140123.
What is the population of Surewal?
Surewal had a total population of 1,856, including 982 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Surewal?
Surewal had 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surewal was 85.07%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 76.86%.