Surla - Dharbandora, Kushavati
Surla is a village situated in the Dharbandora taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 45 km from Sanguem and around 55 km from Margao. Sancordem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surla is 626974. The village covers a total geographical area of 6420 hectares and falls under the 403406 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 Sanvordem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surla
As per Census 2011, Surla village has a total population of 1,109 people, consisting of 566 males and 543 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 840 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,109 | 566 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 470 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 96 | 173 |
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 Margao to Surla is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dharbandora Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surla?
The Gram Panchayat of Surla is Sancordem.
What is the pincode of Surla?
The pincode of Surla is 403406.
What is the population of Surla?
Surla has a total population of 1,109, including 566 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Surla?
There are 247 households in Surla.
What is the literacy rate in Surla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surla is 75.74%. Male literacy is 83.04% and female literacy is 68.14%.