Surajpur - Maharajganj, Rae Bareli
Surajpur is a village situated in the Maharajganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maharajganj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Surajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpur is 143863. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.78 hectares and falls under the 229301 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Surajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surajpur
As per Census 2011, Surajpur village has a total population of 2,018 people, consisting of 1,066 males and 952 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,109 literate and 909 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,018 | 1,066 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 196 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,371 | 705 | 666 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 689 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 377 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Surajpur
Surajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Firozabad | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Deheli | West | 1.87 km |
| Barwal | North | 2.15 km |
| Baiti | South | 2.33 km |
| Ganaharee | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Narainpur | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Chitwaniya | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Rabrahiya | North | 3.53 km |
| Lachhman Garh | East | 3.59 km |
| Ram Nagar | East | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surajpur
Surajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tirbediganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 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 | 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 Surajpur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rae Bareli to Surajpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Surajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surajpur 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 Surajpur
Where is Surajpur located?
Surajpur village is located in Maharajganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surajpur?
Surajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surajpur?
The pincode of Surajpur is 229301.
What is the population of Surajpur?
Surajpur has a total population of 2,018, including 1,066 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Surajpur?
There are 402 households in Surajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Surajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpur is 54.96%. Male literacy is 64.63% and female literacy is 44.12%.