Surawan - Pindra, Varanasi
Surawan is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Gokulpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surawan is 208812. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.69 hectares and falls under the 221201 pincode.
Surawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ajagara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surawan
As per Census 2011, Surawan village has a total population of 808 people, consisting of 407 males and 401 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 565 literate and 243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 808 | 407 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 325 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 82 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Surawan
Surawan 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 Surawan
Surawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Surawan.
| 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 Varanasi to Surawan is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surawan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surawan
Where is Surawan located?
Surawan village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Surawan is Gokulpur.
What is the pincode of Surawan?
The pincode of Surawan is 221201.
What is the population of Surawan?
Surawan has a total population of 808, including 407 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Surawan?
There are 93 households in Surawan.
What is the literacy rate in Surawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surawan is 69.93%. Male literacy is 79.85% and female literacy is 59.85%.