Surli - Harrai, Chhindwara
Surli is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Khapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surli is 494228. The village covers a total geographical area of 696.84 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Surli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surli
According to the 2011 Census, Surli village had a total population of 520 people, including 261 males and 259 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.36%, with male literacy at 66.38% and female literacy at 39.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.
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 | 520 | 261 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 233 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 156 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 105 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Surli
Surli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morkha | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Surla | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Bicchhua | South | 3.11 km |
| Khapa | East | 3.54 km |
| Nachna | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Jungawani | South | 4.34 km |
| Karapatha | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Gadarwada | South | 5.09 km |
| Bhumka | West | 5.42 km |
| Gadha Daryaw | South-East | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surli
Surli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhilmili, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.5 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 Harrai to Surli is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Surli is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surli
Where is Surli located?
Surli village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surli?
The Gram Panchayat of Surli is Khapa.
What is the pincode of Surli?
The pincode of Surli is 480224.
What is the population of Surli?
Surli had a total population of 520, including 261 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Surli?
Surli had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surli was 53.36%. Male literacy was 66.38% and female literacy was 39.82%.