Surla - Satari, North Goa
Surla is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Dongurli-thane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surla is 626777. The village covers a total geographical area of 1478.77 hectares and falls under the 403506 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 Poriem 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 460 people, including 226 males and 234 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.28%, with male literacy at 93.30% and female literacy at 69.48%.
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 | 460 | 226 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 195 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 31 | 86 |
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
Public transport in the Surla is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surla?
The Gram Panchayat of Surla is Dongurli-thane.
What is the pincode of Surla?
The pincode of Surla is 403506.
What is the population of Surla?
Surla had a total population of 460, including 226 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Surla?
Surla had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surla was 81.28%. Male literacy was 93.30% and female literacy was 69.48%.