Surmi - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Surmi is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pehowa and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Surmi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surmi is 058432. The village covers a total geographical area of 647 hectares and falls under the 136119 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Surmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surmi
As per Census 2011, Surmi village has a total population of 1,114 people, consisting of 591 males and 523 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 686 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surmi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,114 | 591 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 102 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 395 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 196 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Surmi
Surmi 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 Surmi
Surmi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Surmi.
| 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 Kurukshetra to Surmi is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surmi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surmi
Where is Surmi located?
Surmi village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surmi?
Surmi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surmi?
The pincode of Surmi is 136119.
What is the population of Surmi?
Surmi has a total population of 1,114, including 591 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Surmi?
There are 184 households in Surmi.
What is the literacy rate in Surmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surmi is 61.58%. Male literacy is 66.84% and female literacy is 55.64%.