Surna - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Surna is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Karhaiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surna is 490716. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 487555 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Surna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surna
As per Census 2011, Surna village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 184 males and 181 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 184 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 152 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 32 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Surna
Surna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhorjhir | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Tiguwan | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Bahra | South | 2.18 km |
| Mudiya | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Chhapara | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Khairi Khurd | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Korai | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Sagoriya | East | 3.32 km |
| Patna | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Kusmi | East | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surna
Surna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bohani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.4 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Surna is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Surna is about 40 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 Surna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surna 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 Surna
Where is Surna located?
Surna village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surna?
The Gram Panchayat of Surna is Karhaiya.
What is the pincode of Surna?
The pincode of Surna is 487555.
What is the population of Surna?
Surna has a total population of 365, including 184 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Surna?
There are 81 households in Surna.
What is the literacy rate in Surna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surna is 73.70%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 64.64%.