Surma

Surma is a village located in Vijayraghavgarh tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Vijayraghavgarh (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Surma village is also a gram panchayat.

Surma has its own place in the vibrant Katni region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Surma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surma is 488497. The village spans a total geographical area of 499.37 hectares. Vijayraghavgarh is nearest town to Surma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.

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Population of Surma

Below is a concise population overview of Surma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,709 901 808
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 292 148 144
Scheduled Castes (SC) 292 150 142
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 555 289 266
Literate Population 856 510 346
Illiterate Population 853 391 462

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Surma village:

  • The total population of Surma village is around 1,709, including approximately 901 males and 808 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 292 children aged 0–6 years in Surma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Surma village has 292 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 555 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Surma village is about 50.09%, with male literacy at 56.60% and female literacy at 42.82%.
  • There are around 378 households in Surma village.

Connectivity of Surma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surma. As per the 2011 stats, Surma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Surma

Knowing the nearby villages of Surma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surma.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Surma

Where is Surma located?
Surma village is situated in Vijayraghavgarh Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surma?
Surma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Surma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surma is 1,709, with 901 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Surma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Surma village has a total of 378 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surma is 50.09%. The male literacy rate is 56.60%, while the female literacy rate is 42.82%.