Surway - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Surway is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Kasdol and around 132 km from Raipur. Padadaah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surway village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surway is 444149. The village covers a total geographical area of 2131.96 hectares and falls under the 493551 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Surway village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surway
According to the 2011 Census, Surway village had a total population of 208 people, including 106 males and 102 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.69%, with male literacy at 61.36% and female literacy at 42.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 191.
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 | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 99 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 54 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 52 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Surway
Surway 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 Surway
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Surway.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasdol to Surway is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Surway is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surway
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surway village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surway
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surway village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surway
Where is Surway located?
Surway village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surway?
The Gram Panchayat of Surway is Padadaah.
What is the pincode of Surway?
The pincode of Surway is 493551.
What is the population of Surway?
Surway had a total population of 208, including 106 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Surway?
Surway had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surway?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surway was 51.69%. Male literacy was 61.36% and female literacy was 42.22%.