Surhul - Wadrafnagar, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Surhul is a village situated in the Wadrafnagar tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Wadrafnagar and around 125 km from Ambikapur. Goverdhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surhul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surhul is 432152. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.43 hectares and falls under the 497225 pincode. Wadrafnagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Surhul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surhul
As per Census 2011, Surhul village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 214 males and 215 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 407 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surhul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 214 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 407 | 202 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 104 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 110 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Surhul
Surhul 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 Surhul
Surhul 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 | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Wadrafnagar to Surhul is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Surhul is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surhul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surhul 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surhul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surhul 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surhul
Where is Surhul located?
Surhul village is located in Wadrafnagar Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surhul?
The Gram Panchayat of Surhul is Goverdhanpur.
What is the pincode of Surhul?
The pincode of Surhul is 497225.
What is the population of Surhul?
Surhul has a total population of 429, including 214 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Surhul?
There are 96 households in Surhul.
What is the literacy rate in Surhul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surhul is 42.66%. Male literacy is 48.60% and female literacy is 36.74%.