Surva - Talala, Gir Somnath
Surva is a village situated in the Talala taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Talala and around 85 km from Junagadh. Surva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surva is 514968. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150.28 hectares and falls under the 362140 pincode. Talala is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Surva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surva
According to the 2011 Census, Surva village had a total population of 2,729 people, including 1,401 males and 1,328 females, living in 546 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.15%, with male literacy at 84.01% and female literacy at 66.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
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 | 2,729 | 1,401 | 1,328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 163 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 123 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 1,830 | 1,040 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 361 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Surva
Surva 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 Surva
Surva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Surva.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talala to Surva is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Surva is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surva 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 Surva
Where is Surva located?
Surva village is located in Talala Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surva?
Surva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surva?
The pincode of Surva is 362140.
What is the population of Surva?
Surva had a total population of 2,729, including 1,401 males and 1,328 females.
How many households are there in Surva?
Surva had 546 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surva was 75.15%. Male literacy was 84.01% and female literacy was 66.00%.