Surni - Birni, Giridih
Surni is a village situated in the Birni subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birni and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Dalango serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surni is 352255. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.47 hectares and falls under the 815316 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Surni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andhari | East | 1.14 km |
| Leora | South | 1.35 km |
| Bangra Kalan | North | 1.46 km |
| Guritanr | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Dalangi | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Pandna Khurd | East | 2.17 km |
| Pandna Kalan | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Ratanpura | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Sabalpur | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Bangra Khurd | East | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surni
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Surni. The nearest railway station is Keshwari, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Giridih to Surni is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surni
Where is Surni located?
Surni village is located in Birni Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surni?
The Gram Panchayat of Surni is Dalango.
What is the pincode of Surni?
The pincode of Surni is 815316.