Surnar - Katekalyan, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Surnar is a village situated in the Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katekalyan and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Surnar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surnar is 450197. The village covers a total geographical area of 2718.55 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surnar
As per Census 2011, Surnar village has a total population of 2,094 people, consisting of 1,001 males and 1,093 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 1,788 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,054 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,094 | 1,001 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 181 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,054 | 985 | 1,069 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 205 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,788 | 796 | 992 |
Nearby Villages of Surnar
Surnar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Duwalikarka | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Burdikarka | West | 4.50 km |
| Tetam | East | 4.75 km |
| Toylanka | North | 4.91 km |
| Badelekhapal | North-East | 4.92 km |
| Dhanikarka | West | 4.93 km |
| Atepal | South-East | 5.79 km |
| Kodaripal | East | 5.85 km |
| Gadapal | North-West | 7.05 km |
| Badegudra | South | 7.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surnar
Surnar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kawargaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Surnar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Surnar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surnar
Where is Surnar located?
Surnar village is located in Katekalyan Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surnar?
Surnar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surnar?
The pincode of Surnar is 494552.
What is the population of Surnar?
Surnar has a total population of 2,094, including 1,001 males and 1,093 females.
How many households are there in Surnar?
There are 448 households in Surnar.
What is the literacy rate in Surnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surnar is 14.61%. Male literacy is 20.48% and female literacy is 9.24%.