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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Suran village has a total population of 251 people, consisting of 129 males and 122 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | 129 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| 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 has a total population of 251, including 129 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Suran?
There are 45 households in Suran.
What is the literacy rate in Suran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suran is 60.16%. Male literacy is 71.32% and female literacy is 48.36%.