Surai - Chotila, Surendranagar
Surai is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Surai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surai is 512383. The village covers a total geographical area of 1079.03 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Surai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surai
As per Census 2011, Surai village has a total population of 1,306 people, consisting of 706 males and 600 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 667 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,306 | 706 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 106 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 421 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 667 | 285 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Surai
Surai 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 Surai
Surai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chotila to Surai is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Surai is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surai
Where is Surai located?
Surai village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surai?
Surai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surai?
The pincode of Surai is 363520.
What is the population of Surai?
Surai has a total population of 1,306, including 706 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Surai?
There are 205 households in Surai.
What is the literacy rate in Surai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surai is 48.93%. Male literacy is 59.63% and female literacy is 36.33%.