Surhi - Lormi, Mungeli
Surhi is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from Lormi and around 120 km from Bilaspur. Surahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surhi is 437889. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.58 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Surhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surhi
As per Census 2011, Surhi village has a total population of 802 people, consisting of 400 males and 402 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 634 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 802 | 400 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 634 | 316 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 224 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 176 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Surhi
Surhi 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 Surhi
Surhi 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 Lormi to Surhi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Surhi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surhi 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 Surhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surhi
Where is Surhi located?
Surhi village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Surhi is Surahi.
What is the pincode of Surhi?
The pincode of Surhi is 495115.
What is the population of Surhi?
Surhi has a total population of 802, including 400 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Surhi?
There are 205 households in Surhi.
What is the literacy rate in Surhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surhi is 45.51%. Male literacy is 56.00% and female literacy is 35.07%.