Dih Soorat Singh - Tulsipur, Balrampur
Dih Soorat Singh is a village situated in the Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tulsipur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Suratsingh Deeh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dih Soorat Singh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dih Soorat Singh is 173623. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.34 hectares and falls under the 271206 pincode. Tulsipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dih Soorat Singh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gainsari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dih Soorat Singh
As per Census 2011, Dih Soorat Singh village has a total population of 2,416 people, consisting of 1,332 males and 1,084 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 762 literate and 1,654 illiterate residents. Additionally, 564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dih Soorat Singh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,416 | 1,332 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 172 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 302 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 762 | 542 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,654 | 790 | 864 |
Nearby Villages of Dih Soorat Singh
Dih Soorat Singh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badai Purwa | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Nachauri | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Janki Nagar | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Laxmi Nager | North | 2.16 km |
| Kodri | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Turkauliya | West | 2.85 km |
| Nachaura | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Pakri Patoha | South | 3.12 km |
| Jagdeeshpur | East | 3.23 km |
| Biloha | North-West | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dih Soorat Singh
Dih Soorat Singh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Laiburwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tulsipur to Dih Soorat Singh is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Dih Soorat Singh is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dih Soorat Singh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dih Soorat Singh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dih Soorat Singh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dih Soorat Singh 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dih Soorat Singh
Where is Dih Soorat Singh located?
Dih Soorat Singh village is located in Tulsipur Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dih Soorat Singh?
The Gram Panchayat of Dih Soorat Singh is Suratsingh Deeh.
What is the pincode of Dih Soorat Singh?
The pincode of Dih Soorat Singh is 271206.
What is the population of Dih Soorat Singh?
Dih Soorat Singh has a total population of 2,416, including 1,332 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Dih Soorat Singh?
There are 381 households in Dih Soorat Singh.
What is the literacy rate in Dih Soorat Singh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dih Soorat Singh is 31.54%. Male literacy is 40.69% and female literacy is 20.30%.