Suraina - Sagri, Azamgarh
Suraina is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Suraina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suraina is 193194. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.48 hectares and falls under the 276136 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Suraina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suraina
As per Census 2011, Suraina village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 353 males and 366 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 481 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suraina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 353 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 481 | 277 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 76 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Suraina
Suraina 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Babhnawali | South-West | 0.54 km |
| Jamin Babhnawali | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Fatehpur | West | 0.97 km |
| Jiya Patti Adai | North | 1.21 km |
| Piprahi | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Dalpatpur | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Zamin Sipah | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Dadra | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Muhammadabad Sipah | East | 1.63 km |
| Madi Dullah | South-East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suraina
Suraina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muhammadabad, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Suraina is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Suraina is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suraina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suraina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suraina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suraina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Suraina
Where is Suraina located?
Suraina village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suraina?
Suraina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suraina?
The pincode of Suraina is 276136.
What is the population of Suraina?
Suraina has a total population of 719, including 353 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Suraina?
There are 114 households in Suraina.
What is the literacy rate in Suraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suraina is 66.90%. Male literacy is 78.47% and female literacy is 55.74%.