Surani - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Surani is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Surani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surani is 206229. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.15 hectares and falls under the 233231 pincode.
Surani 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 Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surani
According to the 2011 Census, Surani village had a total population of 829 people, including 441 males and 388 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.11%, with male literacy at 77.90% and female literacy at 50.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 364, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 829 | 441 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 197 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 275 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 166 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Surani
Surani 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 Surani
Surani 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 5-10 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 Ghazipur to Surani is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surani 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 Surani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surani
Where is Surani located?
Surani village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surani?
Surani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surani?
The pincode of Surani is 233231.
What is the population of Surani?
Surani had a total population of 829, including 441 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Surani?
Surani had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surani was 65.11%. Male literacy was 77.90% and female literacy was 50.49%.