Surve - Ankola, Uttara Kannada
Surve is a village situated in the Ankola taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ankola and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Shetgeri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surve village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surve is 603370. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.12 hectares and falls under the 581353 pincode. Ankola is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Surve village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surve
As per Census 2011, Surve village has a total population of 353 people, consisting of 177 males and 176 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surve are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 177 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 158 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 19 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Surve
Surve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhasgod | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Shetgeri | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Hadav | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Bilehoingi | South | 1.78 km |
| Poojgeri | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Belambar | West | 2.64 km |
| Kanagil | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Honnebail | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Manjaguni | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Joog | South-East | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surve
Surve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ankola, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ankola to Surve is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Surve is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surve village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surve
Where is Surve located?
Surve village is located in Ankola Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surve?
The Gram Panchayat of Surve is Shetgeri.
What is the pincode of Surve?
The pincode of Surve is 581353.
What is the population of Surve?
Surve has a total population of 353, including 177 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Surve?
There are 87 households in Surve.
What is the literacy rate in Surve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surve is 81.30%. Male literacy is 89.27% and female literacy is 73.30%.