Surla - Bicholim, North Goa
Surla is a village situated in the Bicholim taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bicholim and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Surla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surla is 626761. The village covers a total geographical area of 1693.64 hectares and falls under the 403505 pincode.
Surla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanquelim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surla
According to the 2011 Census, Surla village had a total population of 3,818 people, including 1,967 males and 1,851 females, living in 836 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.14%, with male literacy at 94.08% and female literacy at 83.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,255.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,818 | 1,967 | 1,851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 194 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,255 | 628 | 627 |
| Literate Population | 3,063 | 1,668 | 1,395 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 299 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Surla
Surla 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 Surla
Surla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Surla is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surla 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 Surla
Where is Surla located?
Surla village is located in Bicholim Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surla?
Surla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surla?
The pincode of Surla is 403505.
What is the population of Surla?
Surla had a total population of 3,818, including 1,967 males and 1,851 females.
How many households are there in Surla?
Surla had 836 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surla was 89.14%. Male literacy was 94.08% and female literacy was 83.88%.