Surguda - Lohandiguda, Bastar
Surguda is a village situated in the Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohandiguda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Surguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surguda is 449206. The village covers a total geographical area of 857.77 hectares and falls under the 494442 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Surguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surguda
According to the 2011 Census, Surguda village had a total population of 758 people, including 349 males and 409 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.59%, with male literacy at 28.57% and female literacy at 9.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 758.
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 | 758 | 349 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 62 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 758 | 349 | 409 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 82 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 267 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Surguda
Surguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Surgudabodenar | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Turangur | West | 2.49 km |
| Sargiguda | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Toyar | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Silkajhodi | North | 3.41 km |
| Pirmeta | West | 3.96 km |
| Lalaguda | North-West | 4.90 km |
| Badegumiapal | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Badekilepal | South | 5.09 km |
| Borja | West | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surguda
Surguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Silak Jhori, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| 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 Jagdalpur to Surguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Surguda
Where is Surguda located?
Surguda village is located in Lohandiguda Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surguda?
Surguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surguda?
The pincode of Surguda is 494442.
What is the population of Surguda?
Surguda had a total population of 758, including 349 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Surguda?
Surguda had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surguda was 18.59%. Male literacy was 28.57% and female literacy was 9.66%.