Sursi - Chunar, Mirzapur
Sursi is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Sursi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sursi is 212421. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.8 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sursi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sursi
As per Census 2011, Sursi village has a total population of 2,809 people, consisting of 1,439 males and 1,370 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,475 literate and 1,334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 731 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sursi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,809 | 1,439 | 1,370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 265 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 369 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,475 | 890 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 549 | 785 |
Nearby Villages of Sursi
Sursi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purani Chhawani | East | 0.88 km |
| Laskariya | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Kelabela | South | 1.04 km |
| Kaji Chak | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Modhopur | North | 1.65 km |
| Araji Line Sultanpur | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Upadhyaypur | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Maharachh | East | 1.84 km |
| Arajiline | West | 1.99 km |
| Paniyara | North-West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sursi
Sursi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raja Talab, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mirzapur to Sursi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Sursi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sursi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sursi 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 Sursi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sursi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sursi
Where is Sursi located?
Sursi village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sursi?
Sursi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sursi?
The pincode of Sursi is 231304.
What is the population of Sursi?
Sursi has a total population of 2,809, including 1,439 males and 1,370 females.
How many households are there in Sursi?
There are 361 households in Sursi.
What is the literacy rate in Sursi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sursi is 52.51%. Male literacy is 61.85% and female literacy is 42.70%.