Surawand
Surawand is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Telgara is the gram panchayat of Surawand village.
Here you can discover what makes Surawand unique in its vibrant Charama-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Surawand’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 Surawand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surawand is 447479. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493558. Charama is nearest town to Surawand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Surawand 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Surawand
Population of Surawand
According to the 2011 Census, Surawand has a total population of about 354, with approximately 178 males and 176 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 167. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.49%, with male literacy at about 87.08% and female literacy near 77.84%. There are around 96 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Surawand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 354 | 178 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 82 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 155 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 23 | 39 |
Connectivity of Surawand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surawand. As per the 2011 stats, Surawand 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 Surawand
Knowing the nearby villages of Surawand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surawand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Surawand
- Where is Surawand located?
- Surawand village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Surawand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Surawand is Telgara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Surawand?
- The pincode of Surawand is 493558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Surawand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surawand is 354, with 178 males and 176 females.
- How many households are there in Surawand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Surawand village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Surawand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surawand is 82.49%. The male literacy rate is 87.08%, while the female literacy rate is 77.84%.