Surpur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Surpur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surpur is 055560. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.78 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Surpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surpur
According to the 2011 Census, Surpur village had a total population of 238 people, including 124 males and 114 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.20%, with male literacy at 72.28% and female literacy at 68.04%.
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 | 238 | 124 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 51 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Surpur
Surpur 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 Surpur
Surpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kaladhungi to Surpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Surpur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surpur
Where is Surpur located?
Surpur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surpur is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Surpur?
The pincode of Surpur is 263140.
What is the population of Surpur?
Surpur had a total population of 238, including 124 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Surpur?
Surpur had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surpur was 70.20%. Male literacy was 72.28% and female literacy was 68.04%.