Surbu - Lhou Circle, Tawang
Surbu is a village situated in the Lhou Circle of Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 1.5 km from Lhou and around 21.5 km from Tawang. Lhoudung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surbu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surbu is 261580. The village falls under the 790104 pincode. Tawang is the nearest town, located about 21.5 km away.
Surbu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surbu
According to the 2011 Census, Surbu village had a total population of 193 people, including 139 males and 54 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 388 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.50%, with male literacy at 11.19% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 193 | 139 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 35 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 15 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 124 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Surbu
Surbu 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 Surbu
Surbu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tawang to Surbu is about 21.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surbu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surbu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Surbu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surbu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surbu
Where is Surbu located?
Surbu village is located in Lhou Circle Circle, Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surbu?
The Gram Panchayat of Surbu is Lhoudung.
What is the pincode of Surbu?
The pincode of Surbu is 790104.
What is the population of Surbu?
Surbu had a total population of 193, including 139 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Surbu?
Surbu had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surbu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surbu was 23.50%. Male literacy was 11.19% and female literacy was 57.14%.