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
According to the 2011 Census, Surhul village had a total population of 429 people, including 214 males and 215 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.26%, with male literacy at 60.12% and female literacy at 42.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 407.
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 | 429 | 214 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 429, including 214 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Surhul?
Surhul had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surhul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surhul was 51.26%. Male literacy was 60.12% and female literacy was 42.93%.