Surli - Chandwa, Latehar
Surli is a village situated in the Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandwa and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Banhardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surli is 367546. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 829203 pincode.
Surli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surli
According to the 2011 Census, Surli village had a total population of 631 people, including 304 males and 327 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.40%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 54.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 217.
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 | 631 | 304 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 87 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 198 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 106 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Surli
Surli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darea | North | 1.16 km |
| Bari | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Rampur | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Renchi | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Serak | East | 3.19 km |
| Banhardi | West | 3.34 km |
| Ete | South | 3.42 km |
| Rajbar | North | 3.45 km |
| Tota | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Sasang | South | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surli
Surli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chetar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Surli is about 20 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 Surli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surli 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 Surli
Where is Surli located?
Surli village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surli?
The Gram Panchayat of Surli is Banhardi.
What is the pincode of Surli?
The pincode of Surli is 829203.
What is the population of Surli?
Surli had a total population of 631, including 304 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Surli?
Surli had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surli was 65.40%. Male literacy was 77.34% and female literacy was 54.07%.