Surni - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Surni is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Surni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surni is 005064. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.6 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Surni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surni
As per Census 2011, Surni village has a total population of 1,958 people, consisting of 1,012 males and 946 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,101 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,345 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,958 | 1,012 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 163 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,345 | 688 | 657 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,101 | 655 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 357 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Surni
Surni is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badhole | South | 1.18 km |
| Dalsar | South | 2.60 km |
| Palarn | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Kanah | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Ghordi Khas | North | 3.11 km |
| Thaplal | South-East | 5.22 km |
| Ser Manjla | West | 5.47 km |
| Prey | East | 5.68 km |
| Mahni | North-West | 6.57 km |
| Lahar | North-West | 6.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surni
Surni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ram Nagar J K, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Udhampur to Surni is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surni
Where is Surni located?
Surni village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surni?
Surni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surni?
The pincode of Surni is 182122.
What is the population of Surni?
Surni has a total population of 1,958, including 1,012 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Surni?
There are 327 households in Surni.
What is the literacy rate in Surni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surni is 56.23%. Male literacy is 64.72% and female literacy is 47.15%.