Suran - Katoula, Mandi
Suran is a village situated in the Katoula tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from Mandi. Shegli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suran is 014441. The village covers a total geographical area of 301 hectares and falls under the 175005 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Suran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suran
According to the 2011 Census, Suran village had a total population of 251 people, including 129 males and 122 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.30%, with male literacy at 85.98% and female literacy at 59.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 251 | 129 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 92 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 37 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Suran
Suran 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 Suran
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Suran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mandi to Suran is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suran 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 Suran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suran 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suran
Where is Suran located?
Suran village is located in Katoula Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suran?
The Gram Panchayat of Suran is Shegli.
What is the pincode of Suran?
The pincode of Suran is 175005.
What is the population of Suran?
Suran had a total population of 251, including 129 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Suran?
Suran had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suran was 73.30%. Male literacy was 85.98% and female literacy was 59.60%.