Surai - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Surai is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Matipura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surai is 458364. The village covers a total geographical area of 1243.87 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Surai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surai
According to the 2011 Census, Surai village had a total population of 547 people, including 290 males and 257 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.43%, with male literacy at 40.08% and female literacy at 32.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 522.
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 | 547 | 290 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 522 | 273 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 97 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 193 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Surai
Surai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Surai
Surai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bijawar to Surai is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Surai is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surai 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surai 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 Surai
Where is Surai located?
Surai village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surai?
The Gram Panchayat of Surai is Matipura.
What is the pincode of Surai?
The pincode of Surai is 471405.
What is the population of Surai?
Surai had a total population of 547, including 290 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Surai?
Surai had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surai was 36.43%. Male literacy was 40.08% and female literacy was 32.00%.