Surana - Shahpura, Jaipur
Surana is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Surana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surana is 079341. The village covers a total geographical area of 747 hectares and falls under the 303120 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Surana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viratnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surana
As per Census 2011, Surana village has a total population of 3,090 people, consisting of 1,634 males and 1,456 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 504 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,674 literate and 1,416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 538 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 271 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,090 | 1,634 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 268 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 272 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 148 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 1,674 | 1,108 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,416 | 526 | 890 |
Nearby Villages of Surana
Surana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khora Lardhani | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Udawala | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Kumbhawas | North | 2.60 km |
| Shakatpura | East | 2.81 km |
| Kalyanpura | West | 3.01 km |
| Chharsa | South | 3.08 km |
| Todi | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Nithara | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Bhikhawala | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Lakhni | North | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surana
Surana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chomun Samod, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.4 km.
| 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 Shahpura to Surana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Surana is about 57 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 Surana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Surana
Where is Surana located?
Surana village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surana?
Surana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surana?
The pincode of Surana is 303120.
What is the population of Surana?
Surana has a total population of 3,090, including 1,634 males and 1,456 females.
How many households are there in Surana?
There are 518 households in Surana.
What is the literacy rate in Surana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surana is 54.17%. Male literacy is 67.81% and female literacy is 38.87%.