Surka Village - Pali, Korba
Surka is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Bariumrao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surka is 436169. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.42 hectares and falls under the 495446 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Surka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surka
As per Census 2011, Surka village has a total population of 317 people, consisting of 170 males and 147 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surka are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 317 | 170 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 166 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 77 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 93 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Surka
Surka 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 Surka
Surka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Katghora to Surka is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Surka is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surka 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 Surka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surka 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 Surka
Where is Surka located?
Surka village is located in Pali Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surka?
The Gram Panchayat of Surka is Bariumrao.
What is the pincode of Surka?
The pincode of Surka is 495446.
What is the population of Surka?
Surka has a total population of 317, including 170 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Surka?
There are 66 households in Surka.
What is the literacy rate in Surka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surka is 39.43%. Male literacy is 45.29% and female literacy is 32.65%.