Surwa - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Surwa is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Surva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surwa is 477422. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.05 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Surwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surwa
As per Census 2011, Surwa village has a total population of 1,631 people, consisting of 805 males and 826 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,113 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 444 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,631 | 805 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 94 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 221 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 1,113 | 632 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 173 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Surwa
Surwa 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 Surwa
Surwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Surwa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Surwa is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Surwa
Where is Surwa located?
Surwa village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Surwa is Surva.
What is the pincode of Surwa?
The pincode of Surwa is 451331.
What is the population of Surwa?
Surwa has a total population of 1,631, including 805 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Surwa?
There are 343 households in Surwa.
What is the literacy rate in Surwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surwa is 68.24%. Male literacy is 78.51% and female literacy is 58.23%.