Surajpur - Jaspur, Udham Singh Nagar
Surajpur is a village situated in the Jaspur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaspur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Surajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surajpur is 055760. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.11 hectares and falls under the 244712 pincode. Jaspur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Surajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Surajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Surajpur village had a total population of 662 people, including 354 males and 308 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 87.79% and female literacy at 64.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 662 | 354 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 266 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 88 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Surajpur
Surajpur 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 Surajpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Surajpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Surajpur.
| 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 Jaspur to Surajpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Surajpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Jaspur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, 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 244712.
What is the population of Surajpur?
Surajpur had a total population of 662, including 354 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Surajpur?
Surajpur had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surajpur was 76.92%. Male literacy was 87.79% and female literacy was 64.68%.