Shurun
Shurun is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.7km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Shurun village. As per 2009 stats, Surun I is the gram panchayat of Shurun village.
Here you can discover what makes Shurun unique in its vibrant Itahar-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Shurun’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shurun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shurun is 310124. The village spans a total geographical area of 244.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733143. Raiganj is nearest town to Shurun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Shurun
Population of Shurun
According to the 2011 Census, Shurun has a total population of about 3,450, with approximately 1,748 males and 1,702 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 529 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 458 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.33%, with male literacy at about 49.20% and female literacy near 37.31%. There are around 794 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shurun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,450 | 1,748 | 1,702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 257 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 248 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,495 | 860 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,955 | 888 | 1,067 |
Connectivity of Shurun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shurun. As per the 2011 stats, Shurun 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 Shurun
Knowing the nearby villages of Shurun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shurun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shurun
- Where is Shurun located?
- Shurun village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shurun?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shurun is Surun I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shurun?
- The pincode of Shurun is 733143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shurun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shurun is 3,450, with 1,748 males and 1,702 females.
- How many households are there in Shurun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shurun village has a total of 794 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shurun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shurun is 43.33%. The male literacy rate is 49.20%, while the female literacy rate is 37.31%.