Surjupur - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Surjupur is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Doshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surjupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surjupur is 133783. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.21 hectares and falls under the 242303 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Katra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surjupur
According to the 2011 Census, Surjupur village had a total population of 807 people, including 442 males and 365 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.95%, with male literacy at 65.28% and female literacy at 40.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353.
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 | 807 | 442 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 105 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 186 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 220 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 222 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Surjupur
Surjupur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Surjupur
Surjupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Surjupur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Surjupur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | 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 Surjupur
Where is Surjupur located?
Surjupur village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surjupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surjupur is Doshpur.
What is the pincode of Surjupur?
The pincode of Surjupur is 242303.
What is the population of Surjupur?
Surjupur had a total population of 807, including 442 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Surjupur?
Surjupur had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surjupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surjupur was 53.95%. Male literacy was 65.28% and female literacy was 40.49%.