Surjana - Chaurai, Chhindwara
Surjana is a village situated in the Chaurai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaurai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Salakhni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surjana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surjana is 494284. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.18 hectares and falls under the 480115 pincode. Chaurai Khas is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Surjana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surjana
According to the 2011 Census, Surjana village had a total population of 417 people, including 222 males and 195 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.22%, with male literacy at 75.27% and female literacy at 60.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 417 | 222 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 36 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 140 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 82 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Surjana
Surjana 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 Surjana
Surjana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Surjana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chaurai Khas to Surjana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Surjana 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 Surjana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surjana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surjana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surjana 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surjana
Where is Surjana located?
Surjana village is located in Chaurai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surjana?
The Gram Panchayat of Surjana is Salakhni.
What is the pincode of Surjana?
The pincode of Surjana is 480115.
What is the population of Surjana?
Surjana had a total population of 417, including 222 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Surjana?
Surjana had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surjana was 68.22%. Male literacy was 75.27% and female literacy was 60.89%.