Surnar - Usur, Bijapur
Surnar is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Lingagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surnar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surnar is 450897. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.64 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Aawapalli (a.p.) is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Surnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surnar
According to the 2011 Census, Surnar village had a total population of 132 people, including 60 males and 72 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 3.96%, with male literacy at 8.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
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 | 132 | 60 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 60 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 56 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Surnar
Surnar 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 Surnar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Surnar.
| 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 Aawapalli (a.p.) to Surnar is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Surnar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surnar 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 Surnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surnar 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 Surnar
Where is Surnar located?
Surnar village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Surnar is Lingagiri.
What is the pincode of Surnar?
The pincode of Surnar is 494448.
What is the population of Surnar?
Surnar had a total population of 132, including 60 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Surnar?
Surnar had 25 households.