Surinsar - Jammu
Surinsar is a village situated in the Jammu tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 60 km from Jammu, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Surinsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surinsar is 005739. The village covers a total geographical area of 1197.5 hectares and falls under the 180017 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Surinsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surinsar
As per Census 2011, Surinsar village has a total population of 1,661 people, consisting of 873 males and 788 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 985 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 418 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surinsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,661 | 873 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 128 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 173 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 418 | 212 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 985 | 580 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 293 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Surinsar
Surinsar 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 Surinsar
Surinsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Surinsar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Surinsar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Surinsar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surinsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surinsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surinsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surinsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surinsar
Where is Surinsar located?
Surinsar village is located in Jammu Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surinsar?
Surinsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surinsar?
The pincode of Surinsar is 180017.
What is the population of Surinsar?
Surinsar has a total population of 1,661, including 873 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Surinsar?
There are 335 households in Surinsar.
What is the literacy rate in Surinsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surinsar is 59.30%. Male literacy is 66.44% and female literacy is 51.40%.