Surda - Mungeli
Surda is a village situated in the Mungeli tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Mungeli and around 57 km from Bilaspur. Surda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surda is 438143. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.23 hectares and falls under the 495334 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Surda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surda
As per Census 2011, Surda village has a total population of 1,319 people, consisting of 663 males and 656 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 798 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,319 | 663 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 502 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 161 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Surda
Surda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devgaon | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Mohtara | South | 1.27 km |
| Suretha | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Sangwakapa | North | 1.39 km |
| Thakurkapa | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Jhagarhata | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Baraidahra | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Ghuthera | East | 2.60 km |
| Jhilgadih | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Nawagaon | South-West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surda
Surda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalmitar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungeli to Surda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Surda is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surda
Where is Surda located?
Surda village is located in Mungeli Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surda?
Surda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surda?
The pincode of Surda is 495334.
What is the population of Surda?
Surda has a total population of 1,319, including 663 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Surda?
There are 261 households in Surda.
What is the literacy rate in Surda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surda is 60.50%. Male literacy is 75.72% and female literacy is 45.12%.