Suranahalli - Challakere, Chitradurga
Suranahalli is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Chowlur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suranahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suranahalli is 605393. The village covers a total geographical area of 1249.08 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Suranahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Challakere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suranahalli
As per Census 2011, Suranahalli village has a total population of 1,984 people, consisting of 1,022 males and 962 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,092 literate and 892 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suranahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,984 | 1,022 | 962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 99 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 282 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,092 | 670 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 892 | 352 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Suranahalli
Suranahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vaderahalli | South | 2.65 km |
| Purlahalli | North | 2.80 km |
| Channammanagatihalli Kaval | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Gosikere Kaval | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Chowluru | East | 3.97 km |
| Dyavaranahalli | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Bomberahalli | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Gosikere | South-East | 4.92 km |
| Channammanagathihalli | North | 5.39 km |
| Chowlur Kaval | East | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suranahalli
Suranahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Challakere, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Challakere to Suranahalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Suranahalli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suranahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suranahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suranahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suranahalli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suranahalli
Where is Suranahalli located?
Suranahalli village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suranahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Suranahalli is Chowlur.
What is the pincode of Suranahalli?
The pincode of Suranahalli is 577538.
What is the population of Suranahalli?
Suranahalli has a total population of 1,984, including 1,022 males and 962 females.
How many households are there in Suranahalli?
There are 444 households in Suranahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Suranahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suranahalli is 55.04%. Male literacy is 65.56% and female literacy is 43.87%.