Surya Nagar - Marwar Junction, Pali
Surya Nagar is a village situated in the Marwar Junction tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marwar Junction and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Chawadiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surya Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surya Nagar is 090930. The village covers a total geographical area of 486 hectares and falls under the 306001 pincode. Pali is the nearest town, located about 43 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 Marwar junction Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surya Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Surya Nagar village had a total population of 625 people, including 321 males and 304 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.79%, with male literacy at 84.50% and female literacy at 50.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 625 | 321 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 229 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 92 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Surya Nagar
Surya Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bithora Khurd | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Kharchi | North | 2.90 km |
| Chawadiya | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Bithora Kalan | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Bhagwanpura | South | 3.98 km |
| Narsinghpura | East | 4.20 km |
| Barsa | South-West | 4.94 km |
| Lolawas | North | 5.27 km |
| Rewariya | East | 6.27 km |
| Karoliya | East | 6.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surya Nagar
The nearest railway station is Marwar Jn, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pali to Surya Nagar is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 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 Marwar Junction Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surya Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Surya Nagar is Chawadiya.
What is the pincode of Surya Nagar?
The pincode of Surya Nagar is 306001.
What is the population of Surya Nagar?
Surya Nagar had a total population of 625, including 321 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Surya Nagar?
Surya Nagar had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surya Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surya Nagar was 67.79%. Male literacy was 84.50% and female literacy was 50.57%.