Surfraw - Gund, Ganderbal
Surfraw is a village situated in the Gund tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from Kangan and around 37 km from Gaderbal. Surfraw A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Surfraw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surfraw is 002916. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.2 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Surfraw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surfraw
According to the 2011 Census, Surfraw village had a total population of 3,510 people, including 1,814 males and 1,696 females, living in 590 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.03%, with male literacy at 57.12% and female literacy at 34.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,042.
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 | 3,510 | 1,814 | 1,696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 638 | 326 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,042 | 1,051 | 991 |
| Literate Population | 1,322 | 850 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,188 | 964 | 1,224 |
Nearby Villages of Surfraw
Surfraw 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 Surfraw
Surfraw 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 Ganderbal to Surfraw is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Surfraw 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 Surfraw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surfraw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surfraw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surfraw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surfraw
Where is Surfraw located?
Surfraw village is located in Gund Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Surfraw?
The Halqa Panchayat of Surfraw is Surfraw A.
What is the pincode of Surfraw?
The pincode of Surfraw is 191202.
What is the population of Surfraw?
Surfraw had a total population of 3,510, including 1,814 males and 1,696 females.
How many households are there in Surfraw?
Surfraw had 590 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surfraw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surfraw was 46.03%. Male literacy was 57.12% and female literacy was 34.10%.