Surla Charjan - Nahan, Sirmaur
Surla Charjan is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Surla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surla Charjan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surla Charjan is 023151. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.7 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Surla Charjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surla Charjan
According to the 2011 Census, Surla Charjan village had a total population of 573 people, including 285 males and 288 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.50%, with male literacy at 94.42% and female literacy at 84.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 225.
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 | 573 | 285 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 115 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 237 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 48 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Surla Charjan
Surla Charjan 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 Surla Charjan
Surla Charjan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Surla Charjan is about 17 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 Surla Charjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surla Charjan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surla Charjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surla Charjan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surla Charjan
Where is Surla Charjan located?
Surla Charjan village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surla Charjan?
The Gram Panchayat of Surla Charjan is Surla.
What is the pincode of Surla Charjan?
The pincode of Surla Charjan is 173001.
What is the population of Surla Charjan?
Surla Charjan had a total population of 573, including 285 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Surla Charjan?
Surla Charjan had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surla Charjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surla Charjan was 89.50%. Male literacy was 94.42% and female literacy was 84.65%.