Surani - Sendhwa, Barwani
Surani is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Surani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surani is 478640. The village covers a total geographical area of 923.34 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Surani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surani
As per Census 2011, Surani village has a total population of 4,981 people, consisting of 2,516 males and 2,465 females. The village has 760 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,058 literate and 3,923 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,452 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,981 | 2,516 | 2,465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,201 | 626 | 575 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 162 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,452 | 2,250 | 2,202 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 619 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,923 | 1,897 | 2,026 |
Nearby Villages of Surani
Surani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kot Kiradi | North | 1.71 km |
| Kirchali | West | 2.61 km |
| Chithari | North | 2.75 km |
| Chachariya Pati | East | 3.43 km |
| Langadi Mohadi | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Kumthana | West | 4.65 km |
| Padchha | North | 4.66 km |
| Ramkola | West | 5.16 km |
| Jhiree Jamli | North | 6.88 km |
| Khurmabad | East | 7.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surani
Surani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sendhwa to Surani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Surani is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surani 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 Surani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surani 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surani
Where is Surani located?
Surani village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surani?
Surani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surani?
The pincode of Surani is 451666.
What is the population of Surani?
Surani has a total population of 4,981, including 2,516 males and 2,465 females.
How many households are there in Surani?
There are 760 households in Surani.
What is the literacy rate in Surani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surani is 21.24%. Male literacy is 24.60% and female literacy is 17.81%.