Surankote - Surankote, Poonch
Surankote is a village situated in the Surankote tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 29 km from Punch. Surankote Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surankote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surankote is 001252. The village covers a total geographical area of 576 hectares and falls under the 185121 pincode. Surankote is the nearest town.
Surankote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surankote
As per Census 2011, Surankote village has a total population of 4,284 people, consisting of 2,217 males and 2,067 females. The village has 839 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 766 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,550 literate and 1,734 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,288 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surankote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,284 | 2,217 | 2,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 766 | 425 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,288 | 1,191 | 1,097 |
| Literate Population | 2,550 | 1,504 | 1,046 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,734 | 713 | 1,021 |
Nearby Villages of Surankote
Surankote 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 Surankote
Surankote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Punch to Surankote is about 29 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 Surankote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surankote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Surankote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surankote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Surankote
Where is Surankote located?
Surankote village is located in Surankote Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surankote?
The Gram Panchayat of Surankote is Surankote Lower.
What is the pincode of Surankote?
The pincode of Surankote is 185121.
What is the population of Surankote?
Surankote has a total population of 4,284, including 2,217 males and 2,067 females.
How many households are there in Surankote?
There are 839 households in Surankote.
What is the literacy rate in Surankote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surankote is 59.52%. Male literacy is 67.84% and female literacy is 50.60%.