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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Surjupur village had a total population of 866 people, including 461 males and 405 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.57%, with male literacy at 96.10% and female literacy at 84.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 866 | 461 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 117 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 866, including 461 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Surjupur?
Surjupur had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surjupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surjupur was 90.57%. Male literacy was 96.10% and female literacy was 84.34%.