Surnivas - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Surnivas is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Surnivas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surnivas is 516428. The village covers a total geographical area of 857.7 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Surnivas 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 Surnivas
As per Census 2011, Surnivas village has a total population of 1,877 people, consisting of 953 males and 924 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,260 literate and 617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surnivas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,877 | 953 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 116 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,260 | 707 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 246 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Surnivas
Surnivas 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 Surnivas
Public transport in the Surnivas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gariadhar to Surnivas is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Surnivas is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surnivas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surnivas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surnivas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surnivas 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 Surnivas
Where is Surnivas located?
Surnivas village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surnivas?
Surnivas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surnivas?
The pincode of Surnivas is 364505.
What is the population of Surnivas?
Surnivas has a total population of 1,877, including 953 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Surnivas?
There are 349 households in Surnivas.
What is the literacy rate in Surnivas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surnivas is 67.13%. Male literacy is 74.19% and female literacy is 59.85%.