Sursoona - Anantnag East (Mattan), Anantnag
Sursoona is a village situated in the Anantnag East (Mattan) tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Anantnag and around 5 km from Anantnag. Shoul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sursoona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sursoona is 003709. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.6 hectares and falls under the 192125 pincode. Anantnag is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sursoona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anantnag Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sursoona
According to the 2011 Census, Sursoona village had a total population of 1,149 people, including 620 males and 529 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.40%, with male literacy at 69.41% and female literacy at 39.90%.
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 | 1,149 | 620 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 182 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 304 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 316 | 371 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sursoona
Sursoona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Sursoona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anantnag to Sursoona is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sursoona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sursoona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sursoona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sursoona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sursoona
Where is Sursoona located?
Sursoona village is located in Anantnag East (Mattan) Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sursoona?
The Gram Panchayat of Sursoona is Shoul.
What is the pincode of Sursoona?
The pincode of Sursoona is 192125.
What is the population of Sursoona?
Sursoona had a total population of 1,149, including 620 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Sursoona?
Sursoona had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sursoona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sursoona was 55.40%. Male literacy was 69.41% and female literacy was 39.90%.