Surtapur - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Surtapur is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Surtapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surtapur is 206911. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.07 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode.
Surtapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surtapur
As per Census 2011, Surtapur village has a total population of 2,958 people, consisting of 1,531 males and 1,427 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,905 literate and 1,053 illiterate residents. Additionally, 812 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surtapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,958 | 1,531 | 1,427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 241 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 422 | 390 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,905 | 1,111 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,053 | 420 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Surtapur
Surtapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirdaypur | South | 0.85 km |
| Jangal Krouda | East | 1.10 km |
| Ramauli | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Bbrasi | North | 1.30 km |
| Hinauta | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Siwan Arazi | South | 1.57 km |
| Benipur | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Chahania | West | 1.94 km |
| Belwani | South | 1.97 km |
| Kamalpur | North | 1.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surtapur
Surtapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakaldiha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Chandauli to Surtapur is about 24 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 Surtapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surtapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surtapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surtapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surtapur
Where is Surtapur located?
Surtapur village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surtapur?
Surtapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surtapur?
The pincode of Surtapur is 232109.
What is the population of Surtapur?
Surtapur has a total population of 2,958, including 1,531 males and 1,427 females.
How many households are there in Surtapur?
There are 409 households in Surtapur.
What is the literacy rate in Surtapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surtapur is 64.40%. Male literacy is 72.57% and female literacy is 55.64%.