Surawand - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Surawand is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Telgara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surawand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surawand is 447479. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.13 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Surawand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surawand
As per Census 2011, Surawand village has a total population of 354 people, consisting of 178 males and 176 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surawand are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Surawand
Surawand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaurgaon | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Telgara | North | 1.58 km |
| Petoli | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Udkuda | West | 2.58 km |
| Nawagaon(nathiya) | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Pandarwahi | South | 2.81 km |
| Lakhanpuri | North | 3.43 km |
| Tarasgaon | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Malaldobri | South | 3.82 km |
| Kokadi | East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surawand
Surawand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 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 Charama to Surawand is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Surawand is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surawand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surawand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surawand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surawand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surawand
Where is Surawand located?
Surawand village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surawand?
The Gram Panchayat of Surawand is Telgara.
What is the pincode of Surawand?
The pincode of Surawand is 494337.
What is the population of Surawand?
Surawand has a total population of 354, including 178 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Surawand?
There are 96 households in Surawand.
What is the literacy rate in Surawand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surawand is 82.49%. Male literacy is 87.08% and female literacy is 77.84%.