Suirish - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Suirish is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Suiris serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suirish village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suirish is 200227. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.5 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Suirish village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suirish
According to the 2011 Census, Suirish village had a total population of 5,132 people, including 2,715 males and 2,417 females, living in 701 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.69%, with male literacy at 81.66% and female literacy at 62.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,564.
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 | 5,132 | 2,715 | 2,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 643 | 360 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,564 | 820 | 744 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,263 | 1,923 | 1,340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,869 | 792 | 1,077 |
Nearby Villages of Suirish
Suirish 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathkhauli Pureaazam | South | 1.33 km |
| Samaisa | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Pakhanpur | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Kauriya | South | 2.17 km |
| Malhach | West | 2.23 km |
| Chathai Kalan | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Argoopur Khurd | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Bhadi | East | 2.50 km |
| Akkhipur | South | 2.54 km |
| Chhatai Khurd | West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suirish
Suirish is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shahganj Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahganj to Suirish is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Suirish is about 35 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 Suirish
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suirish village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suirish
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suirish 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 Suirish
Where is Suirish located?
Suirish village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suirish?
The Gram Panchayat of Suirish is Suiris.
What is the pincode of Suirish?
The pincode of Suirish is 223101.
What is the population of Suirish?
Suirish had a total population of 5,132, including 2,715 males and 2,417 females.
How many households are there in Suirish?
Suirish had 701 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suirish?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suirish was 72.69%. Male literacy was 81.66% and female literacy was 62.79%.