Surela - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Surela is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Surela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surela is 507799. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.4 hectares and falls under the 385135 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Surela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surela
According to the 2011 Census, Surela village had a total population of 813 people, including 432 males and 381 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.36%, with male literacy at 50.77% and female literacy at 33.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 600.
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 | 813 | 432 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 107 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 600 | 310 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 165 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 267 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Surela
Surela 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 Surela
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Surela. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Surela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Surela is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surela
Where is Surela located?
Surela village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surela?
Surela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surela?
The pincode of Surela is 385135.
What is the population of Surela?
Surela had a total population of 813, including 432 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Surela?
Surela had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surela was 42.36%. Male literacy was 50.77% and female literacy was 33.55%.