Surya Nagar - Balesar, Jodhpur
Surya Nagar is a village situated in the Balesar tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from Shergarh and around 70 km from Jodhpur. Deo Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surya Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surya Nagar is 085377. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.5 hectares and falls under the 342023 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Surya Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surya Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Surya Nagar village had a total population of 778 people, including 427 males and 351 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.30%, with male literacy at 61.70% and female literacy at 25.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 778 | 427 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 98 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 54 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 203 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 224 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Surya Nagar
Surya Nagar 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 Surya Nagar
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Surya Nagar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Surya Nagar
Where is Surya Nagar located?
Surya Nagar village is located in Balesar Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surya Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Surya Nagar is Deo Nagar.
What is the pincode of Surya Nagar?
The pincode of Surya Nagar is 342023.
What is the population of Surya Nagar?
Surya Nagar had a total population of 778, including 427 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Surya Nagar?
Surya Nagar had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surya Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surya Nagar was 45.30%. Male literacy was 61.70% and female literacy was 25.90%.