Suraikhat - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Suraikhat is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Lansdowne and around 110 km from Pauri. Naugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suraikhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suraikhat is 047451. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.56 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Suraikhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suraikhat
According to the 2011 Census, Suraikhat village had a total population of 68 people, including 27 males and 41 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,519 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.33%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 67.57%.
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 | 68 | 27 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 5 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Suraikhat
Suraikhat 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 Suraikhat
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Suraikhat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Suraikhat is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Suraikhat is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suraikhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suraikhat 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Suraikhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suraikhat 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suraikhat
Where is Suraikhat located?
Suraikhat village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suraikhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Suraikhat is Naugaon.
What is the pincode of Suraikhat?
The pincode of Suraikhat is 246123.
What is the population of Suraikhat?
Suraikhat had a total population of 68, including 27 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Suraikhat?
Suraikhat had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suraikhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suraikhat was 78.33%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 67.57%.