Surapur
Surapur is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Surapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Surapur unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Surapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Surapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surapur is 032103. The village spans a total geographical area of 208 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144506. Banga is nearest town to Surapur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Surapur
Population of Surapur
According to the 2011 Census, Surapur has a total population of about 1,629, with approximately 769 males and 860 females. The sex ratio is around 1118 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 562 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.50%, with male literacy at about 77.11% and female literacy near 68.37%. There are around 355 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Surapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,629 | 769 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 61 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 259 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 593 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 176 | 272 |
Connectivity of Surapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surapur. As per the 2011 stats, Surapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Surapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Surapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Surapur
- Where is Surapur located?
- Surapur village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Surapur?
- Surapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Surapur?
- The pincode of Surapur is 144506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Surapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surapur is 1,629, with 769 males and 860 females.
- How many households are there in Surapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Surapur village has a total of 355 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Surapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surapur is 72.50%. The male literacy rate is 77.11%, while the female literacy rate is 68.37%.