Surpura - Nokha, Bikaner
Surpura is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Surpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surpura is 069608. The village covers a total geographical area of 3873.16 hectares and falls under the 334801 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Surpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nokha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surpura
As per Census 2011, Surpura village has a total population of 6,881 people, consisting of 3,582 males and 3,299 females. The village has 898 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,823 literate and 3,058 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,055 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,881 | 3,582 | 3,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,306 | 726 | 580 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,055 | 561 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 3,823 | 2,373 | 1,450 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,058 | 1,209 | 1,849 |
Nearby Villages of Surpura
Surpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sinjguru | East | 5.51 km |
| Parwa | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Rasisar Bada Baas | North-West | 6.36 km |
| Kirtasar | North-East | 6.49 km |
| Rasisar Talariya Baas | North-West | 6.89 km |
| Sowa | North | 8.04 km |
| Bhom Kirtasar | East | 8.05 km |
| Salundiya | South | 8.96 km |
| Manaksar | East | 9.19 km |
| Rasisar Purohitan Baas | North-West | 9.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surpura
Surpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Surpura, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nokha to Surpura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Surpura is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surpura
Where is Surpura located?
Surpura village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surpura?
Surpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surpura?
The pincode of Surpura is 334801.
What is the population of Surpura?
Surpura has a total population of 6,881, including 3,582 males and 3,299 females.
How many households are there in Surpura?
There are 898 households in Surpura.
What is the literacy rate in Surpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surpura is 55.56%. Male literacy is 66.25% and female literacy is 43.95%.