Surar - Kanpur, Kanpur Nagar
Surar is a village situated in the Kanpur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanpur Sadar and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Surar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surar is 150343. The village covers a total geographical area of 690.31 hectares and falls under the 209307 pincode. Kanpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Surar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bithoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surar
As per Census 2011, Surar village has a total population of 4,315 people, consisting of 2,338 males and 1,977 females. The village has 826 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,859 literate and 1,456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,654 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,315 | 2,338 | 1,977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 349 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,654 | 904 | 750 |
| Literate Population | 2,859 | 1,696 | 1,163 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,456 | 642 | 814 |
Nearby Villages of Surar
Surar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhautikhera | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Bahera | East | 1.99 km |
| Nasenia | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Bhisi Jargaon | South | 2.24 km |
| Jhakhara | North | 2.38 km |
| Dool | West | 2.42 km |
| Rautepur | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Nakatoo | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Bhautipratappur | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Tikra Kanpur | North-East | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surar
Surar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panki, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kanpur to Surar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Surar is about 21 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 Surar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surar
Where is Surar located?
Surar village is located in Kanpur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surar?
Surar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surar?
The pincode of Surar is 209307.
What is the population of Surar?
Surar has a total population of 4,315, including 2,338 males and 1,977 females.
How many households are there in Surar?
There are 826 households in Surar.
What is the literacy rate in Surar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surar is 66.26%. Male literacy is 72.54% and female literacy is 58.83%.