Surhiya Devar - Utraula, Balrampur
Surhiya Devar is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 35.5 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Mahuadhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surhiya Devar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surhiya Devar is 173927. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.96 hectares and falls under the 271609 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 7.5 km away.
Surhiya Devar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surhiya Devar
According to the 2011 Census, Surhiya Devar village had a total population of 430 people, including 208 males and 222 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.42%, with male literacy at 59.88% and female literacy at 40.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 430 | 208 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 97 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 111 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Surhiya Devar
Surhiya Devar 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 Surhiya Devar
Surhiya Devar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Utraula to Surhiya Devar is about 7.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Surhiya Devar is about 35.5 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 Surhiya Devar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surhiya Devar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surhiya Devar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surhiya Devar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surhiya Devar
Where is Surhiya Devar located?
Surhiya Devar village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surhiya Devar?
The Gram Panchayat of Surhiya Devar is Mahuadhani.
What is the pincode of Surhiya Devar?
The pincode of Surhiya Devar is 271609.
What is the population of Surhiya Devar?
Surhiya Devar had a total population of 430, including 208 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Surhiya Devar?
Surhiya Devar had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surhiya Devar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surhiya Devar was 49.42%. Male literacy was 59.88% and female literacy was 40.11%.