Surjupur - Lalganj, Rae Bareli
Surjupur is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Sotawa Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surjupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surjupur is 144652. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.45 hectares and falls under the 229212 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Surjupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sareni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surjupur
As per Census 2011, Surjupur village has a total population of 866 people, consisting of 461 males and 405 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 701 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surjupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 866 | 461 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 117 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 701 | 394 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 67 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Surjupur
Surjupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sotawa Khera | East | 0.86 km |
| Rasulpur | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Ram Khera | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Murar Mau | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Hullapur | South | 1.58 km |
| Kaji Khera | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Pithupur | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Binnawan | West | 2.08 km |
| Daspur | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Dhuremau | East | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surjupur
Surjupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raghuraj Singh, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rae Bareli to Surjupur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rae Bareli to Surjupur 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 Surjupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surjupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Surjupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surjupur 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 Surjupur
Where is Surjupur located?
Surjupur village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surjupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surjupur is Sotawa Khera.
What is the pincode of Surjupur?
The pincode of Surjupur is 229212.
What is the population of Surjupur?
Surjupur has a total population of 866, including 461 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Surjupur?
There are 160 households in Surjupur.
What is the literacy rate in Surjupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surjupur is 80.95%. Male literacy is 85.47% and female literacy is 75.80%.