Surpar - Nautanwa, Mahrajganj
Surpar is a village situated in the Nautanwa tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nautanwa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Surpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surpar is 183784. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.86 hectares and falls under the 273162 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town.
Surpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surpar
According to the 2011 Census, Surpar village had a total population of 606 people, including 336 males and 270 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.23%, with male literacy at 64.18% and female literacy at 37.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 606 | 336 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 54 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 181 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 155 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Surpar
Surpar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsa Dayaram | North | 1.22 km |
| Barahara Kanhai | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Shaldah Urf Kawaldah | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Madrahava Kaktahi | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Murila | South | 2.20 km |
| Harraiya Khurd | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Agaya | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Rajmandir Khurd | North | 2.76 km |
| Semarahni | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Bargadawa Ramsahai | South | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surpar
Surpar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jhamat Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mahrajganj to Surpar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Surpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surpar
Where is Surpar located?
Surpar village is located in Nautanwa Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surpar?
Surpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surpar?
The pincode of Surpar is 273162.
What is the population of Surpar?
Surpar had a total population of 606, including 336 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Surpar?
Surpar had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surpar was 52.23%. Male literacy was 64.18% and female literacy was 37.77%.