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
As per Census 2011, Surjana village has a total population of 417 people, consisting of 222 males and 195 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surjana are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 417, including 222 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Surjana?
There are 81 households in Surjana.
What is the literacy rate in Surjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surjana is 59.71%. Male literacy is 63.06% and female literacy is 55.90%.