Surjapur

Surjapur is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.1km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Dhapdhapi I is the gram panchayat of Surjapur village.

Surjapur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Surjapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surjapur is 333971. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743372. Baruipur is nearest town to Surjapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Surjapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Surjapur

Below is a concise population overview of Surjapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,434 800 634
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 180 88 92
Scheduled Castes (SC) 30 17 13
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,045 612 433
Illiterate Population 389 188 201

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Surjapur village:

  • The total population of Surjapur village is around 1,434, including approximately 800 males and 634 females, with a sex ratio of 792 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 180 children aged 0–6 years in Surjapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Surjapur village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Surjapur village is about 72.87%, with male literacy at 76.50% and female literacy at 68.30%.
  • There are around 277 households in Surjapur village.

Connectivity of Surjapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surjapur. As per the 2011 stats, Surjapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Surjapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Surjapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surjapur.

Ramnagar Purushottampur Paschim Mallikpur Serpur Alipur Chandkhali Padmajala Rana Sankharipur Dudhnai Sitakundu

Frequently Asked Questions about Surjapur

Where is Surjapur located?
Surjapur village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surjapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Surjapur is Dhapdhapi I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Surjapur?
The pincode of Surjapur is 743372, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Surjapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surjapur is 1,434, with 800 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Surjapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Surjapur village has a total of 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surjapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surjapur is 72.87%. The male literacy rate is 76.50%, while the female literacy rate is 68.30%.