Surnagar - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Surnagar is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Surnagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surnagar is 516430. The village covers a total geographical area of 989.14 hectares and falls under the 364275 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Surnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surnagar
As per Census 2011, Surnagar village has a total population of 2,042 people, consisting of 996 males and 1,046 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,305 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,042 | 996 | 1,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 106 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,305 | 702 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 294 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Surnagar
Surnagar 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 Surnagar
Public transport in the Surnagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gariadhar to Surnagar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Surnagar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surnagar 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 Surnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surnagar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surnagar
Where is Surnagar located?
Surnagar village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surnagar?
Surnagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surnagar?
The pincode of Surnagar is 364275.
What is the population of Surnagar?
Surnagar has a total population of 2,042, including 996 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Surnagar?
There are 434 households in Surnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Surnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surnagar is 63.91%. Male literacy is 70.48% and female literacy is 57.65%.