Surkhai - Chikhli, Navsari
Surkhai is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Surkhai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surkhai is 523061. The village covers a total geographical area of 554.3 hectares and falls under the 396560 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Surkhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surkhai
As per Census 2011, Surkhai village has a total population of 2,343 people, consisting of 1,189 males and 1,154 females. The village has 538 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,818 literate and 525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,641 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surkhai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,343 | 1,189 | 1,154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 91 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,641 | 822 | 819 |
| Literate Population | 1,818 | 1,002 | 816 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 187 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Surkhai
Surkhai 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 Surkhai
Public transport in the Surkhai is mainly available through bus services. Surkhai has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Surkhai is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Surkhai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surkhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surkhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surkhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surkhai 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 Surkhai
Where is Surkhai located?
Surkhai village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surkhai?
Surkhai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surkhai?
The pincode of Surkhai is 396560.
What is the population of Surkhai?
Surkhai has a total population of 2,343, including 1,189 males and 1,154 females.
How many households are there in Surkhai?
There are 538 households in Surkhai.
What is the literacy rate in Surkhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surkhai is 77.59%. Male literacy is 84.27% and female literacy is 70.71%.