Guradiya Surdas - Tonk Khurd, Dewas
Guradiya Surdas is a village situated in the Tonk Khurd tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tonk Khurd and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Guradiyasurdas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guradiya Surdas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guradiya Surdas is 473339. The village covers a total geographical area of 1012.25 hectares and falls under the 455116 pincode. Tonk Khurd is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Guradiya Surdas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guradiya Surdas
As per Census 2011, Guradiya Surdas village has a total population of 1,216 people, consisting of 626 males and 590 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 717 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 395 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guradiya Surdas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,216 | 626 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 86 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 217 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 465 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 161 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Guradiya Surdas
Guradiya Surdas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhayanhajjam | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Kamlapur(chhota) | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Bardu | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Bagwai Khoyara | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Bhutiya Bujurg | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Jamoniya | North | 3.59 km |
| Mohammadkheda | South | 3.63 km |
| Bhayagaon | East | 3.70 km |
| Raypur | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Bhilkhedi | North-East | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guradiya Surdas
Guradiya Surdas is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pir Umrod, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tonk Khurd to Guradiya Surdas is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Guradiya Surdas is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guradiya Surdas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guradiya Surdas 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guradiya Surdas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guradiya Surdas 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 Guradiya Surdas
Where is Guradiya Surdas located?
Guradiya Surdas village is located in Tonk Khurd Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guradiya Surdas?
The Gram Panchayat of Guradiya Surdas is Guradiyasurdas.
What is the pincode of Guradiya Surdas?
The pincode of Guradiya Surdas is 455116.
What is the population of Guradiya Surdas?
Guradiya Surdas has a total population of 1,216, including 626 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Guradiya Surdas?
There are 228 households in Guradiya Surdas.
What is the literacy rate in Guradiya Surdas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guradiya Surdas is 58.96%. Male literacy is 74.28% and female literacy is 42.71%.