Surta

Surta is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.1km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Surta village. As per 2009 stats, Raniganj is the gram panchayat of Surta village.

Surta has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Surta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surta is 309398. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733201. Raigunj is nearest town to Surta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Surta 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 Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj 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 Surta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 240 118 122
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 54 20 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 240 118 122
Literate Population 81 41 40
Illiterate Population 159 77 82

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

  • The total population of Surta village is around 240, including approximately 118 males and 122 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Surta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Surta village has 240 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Surta village is about 33.75%, with male literacy at 34.75% and female literacy at 32.79%.
  • There are around 43 households in Surta village.

Connectivity of Surta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surta. As per the 2011 stats, Surta 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Surta

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Surta

Where is Surta located?
Surta village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surta?
The Gram Panchayat of Surta is Raniganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Surta?
The pincode of Surta is 733201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Surta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surta is 240, with 118 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Surta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Surta village has a total of 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surta is 33.75%. The male literacy rate is 34.75%, while the female literacy rate is 32.79%.