Surapur - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Surapur is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Surapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surapur is 032420. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Surapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surapur
According to the 2011 Census, Surapur village had a total population of 548 people, including 294 males and 254 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.98%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 60.18%.
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 | 548 | 294 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 228 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 66 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Surapur
Surapur 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 Surapur
Surapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Surapur 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 Surapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surapur 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 Surapur
Where is Surapur located?
Surapur village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surapur?
Surapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surapur?
The pincode of Surapur is 144521.
What is the population of Surapur?
Surapur had a total population of 548, including 294 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Surapur?
Surapur had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surapur was 73.98%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 60.18%.