Surel - Dasada, Surendranagar
Surel is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Surel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surel is 512073. The village covers a total geographical area of 4897.64 hectares and falls under the 363780 pincode. Surendranagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Surel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surel
According to the 2011 Census, Surel village had a total population of 2,647 people, including 1,413 males and 1,234 females, living in 528 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.52%, with male literacy at 65.20% and female literacy at 44.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228.
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 | 2,647 | 1,413 | 1,234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 212 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 121 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,243 | 783 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,404 | 630 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Surel
Surel 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 Surel
Surel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Surendranagar to Surel is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surel 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 Surel
Where is Surel located?
Surel village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surel?
Surel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surel?
The pincode of Surel is 363780.
What is the population of Surel?
Surel had a total population of 2,647, including 1,413 males and 1,234 females.
How many households are there in Surel?
Surel had 528 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surel was 55.52%. Male literacy was 65.20% and female literacy was 44.32%.