Surai - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Surai is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Surai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surai is 194494. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.63 hectares and falls under the 223227 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Surai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surai
As per Census 2011, Surai village has a total population of 1,306 people, consisting of 668 males and 638 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 842 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,306 | 668 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 134 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 212 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 476 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 192 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Surai
Surai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur Urf Gosaipur | South-East | 0.67 km |
| Badhanpur | East | 1.02 km |
| Mukundpur | South | 1.24 km |
| Chak Vaka Faranjad Ali | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Husampur Badagaon | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Fariha | West | 1.74 km |
| Gandhuvai | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Vishunpur Kola Patti | South | 1.84 km |
| Mujatavabad | North | 1.90 km |
| Shekhpur Daud | East | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surai
Public transport in the Surai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Phariha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Surai is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Surai is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Surai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Surai
Where is Surai located?
Surai village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surai?
Surai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surai?
The pincode of Surai is 223227.
What is the population of Surai?
Surai has a total population of 1,306, including 668 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Surai?
There are 170 households in Surai.
What is the literacy rate in Surai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surai is 64.47%. Male literacy is 71.26% and female literacy is 57.37%.