Surhoti - Mendhar, Poonch
Surhoti is a village situated in the Mendhar tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Mendhar and around 46 km from Punch. Saruti serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Surhoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surhoti is 001190. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Surhoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surhoti
According to the 2011 Census, Surhoti village had a total population of 1,937 people, including 991 males and 946 females, living in 388 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.00%, with male literacy at 87.36% and female literacy at 64.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 906.
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 | 1,937 | 991 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 200 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 906 | 462 | 444 |
| Literate Population | 1,175 | 691 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 300 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Surhoti
Surhoti 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 Surhoti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Surhoti.
| 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 Surhoti is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surhoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surhoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surhoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surhoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surhoti
Where is Surhoti located?
Surhoti village is located in Mendhar Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Surhoti?
The Halqa Panchayat of Surhoti is Saruti.
What is the pincode of Surhoti?
The pincode of Surhoti is 185211.
What is the population of Surhoti?
Surhoti had a total population of 1,937, including 991 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Surhoti?
Surhoti had 388 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surhoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surhoti was 76.00%. Male literacy was 87.36% and female literacy was 64.11%.