Surnar
Surnar is a village located in Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Katekalyan (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Surnar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Surnar unique in its vibrant Katekalyan-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Surnar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Surnar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surnar is 450197. The village spans a total geographical area of 2718.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494552. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Surnar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Surnar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Surnar
Population of Surnar
According to the 2011 Census, Surnar has a total population of about 2,094, with approximately 1,001 males and 1,093 females. The sex ratio is around 1091 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 375 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,054. The overall literacy rate is approximately 14.61%, with male literacy at about 20.48% and female literacy near 9.24%. There are around 448 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Surnar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,094 | 1,001 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 181 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,054 | 985 | 1,069 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 205 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,788 | 796 | 992 |
Connectivity of Surnar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surnar. As per the 2011 stats, Surnar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Surnar
Knowing the nearby villages of Surnar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surnar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Surnar
- Where is Surnar located?
- Surnar village is situated in Katekalyan Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Surnar?
- Surnar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Surnar?
- The pincode of Surnar is 494552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Surnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surnar is 2,094, with 1,001 males and 1,093 females.
- How many households are there in Surnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Surnar village has a total of 448 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Surnar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surnar is 14.61%. The male literacy rate is 20.48%, while the female literacy rate is 9.24%.