Surunda - Murhu, Khunti
Surunda is a village situated in the Murhu subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murhu and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Godatoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surunda is 375078. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.42 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode. Khunti is the nearest town.
Surunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surunda
As per Census 2011, Surunda village has a total population of 1,077 people, consisting of 545 males and 532 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 876 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,002 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,077 | 545 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,002 | 505 | 497 |
| Literate Population | 876 | 460 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 85 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Surunda
Surunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marungtoli | North | 1.13 km |
| Tumbakel | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Bagma | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Maliada | South | 1.78 km |
| Selda | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Murhu | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Goratoli | North | 2.32 km |
| Bande | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Chamratoli | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Tingriya | South | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surunda
Surunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karra, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Surunda is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surunda
Where is Surunda located?
Surunda village is located in Murhu Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Surunda is Godatoli.
What is the pincode of Surunda?
The pincode of Surunda is 835210.
What is the population of Surunda?
Surunda has a total population of 1,077, including 545 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Surunda?
There are 201 households in Surunda.
What is the literacy rate in Surunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surunda is 81.34%. Male literacy is 84.40% and female literacy is 78.20%.