Surai
Surai is a village located in Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Chotila (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Surai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Surai unique in its vibrant Chotila-Surendranagar region. You’ll see Surai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Surai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surai is 512383. The village spans a total geographical area of 1079.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363520. Chotila is nearest town to Surai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Surai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Surai
Population of Surai
According to the 2011 Census, Surai has a total population of about 1,306, with approximately 706 males and 600 females. The sex ratio is around 849 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 122 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.93%, with male literacy at about 59.63% and female literacy near 36.33%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Surai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,306 | 706 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 106 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 639 | 421 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 667 | 285 | 382 |
Connectivity of Surai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surai. As per the 2011 stats, Surai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Surai
Knowing the nearby villages of Surai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Surai
- Where is Surai located?
- Surai village is situated in Chotila Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Surai?
- Surai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Surai?
- The pincode of Surai is 363520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Surai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surai is 1,306, with 706 males and 600 females.
- How many households are there in Surai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Surai village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Surai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surai is 48.93%. The male literacy rate is 59.63%, while the female literacy rate is 36.33%.