Surel - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Surel is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Surel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surel is 500275. The village covers a total geographical area of 3140.65 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Surel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surel
As per Census 2011, Surel village has a total population of 1,823 people, consisting of 951 males and 872 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 377 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 565 literate and 1,258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,192 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,823 | 951 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 377 | 184 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,192 | 605 | 587 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 371 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,258 | 580 | 678 |
Nearby Villages of Surel
Surel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Muhal | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Shankarpur | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Piprod | East | 3.90 km |
| Sangampur | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Laloi Tanka | South | 4.53 km |
| Sunpura Muhal | West | 4.76 km |
| Sarjapur | North | 4.89 km |
| Maholi | North-East | 5.06 km |
| Khiraka Tanka | South | 6.19 km |
| Shyama Tori | West | 6.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surel
Surel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pipraigaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.9 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 Chanderi to Surel is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Surel is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Surel
Where is Surel located?
Surel village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surel?
Surel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surel?
The pincode of Surel is 473446.
What is the population of Surel?
Surel has a total population of 1,823, including 951 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Surel?
There are 394 households in Surel.
What is the literacy rate in Surel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surel is 30.99%. Male literacy is 39.01% and female literacy is 22.25%.