Surru - Malthon, Sagar
Surru is a village situated in the Malthon tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malthon and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Patikheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surru is 459959. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.49 hectares and falls under the 470441 pincode. Khurai is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Surru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surru
As per Census 2011, Surru village has a total population of 846 people, consisting of 439 males and 407 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 526 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 846 | 439 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 526 | 324 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 115 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Surru
Surru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pati Kheda | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Kuwa Kheda | North | 1.46 km |
| Kanna Kheri | East | 2.08 km |
| Jhadiya | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Bharchha | West | 2.50 km |
| Lahatwas | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Khiria Chittar | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Baruwa | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Longar | East | 3.19 km |
| Maharaj Khedi | South | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surru
Surru is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karonda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khurai to Surru is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Surru is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surru 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surru 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 Surru
Where is Surru located?
Surru village is located in Malthon Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surru?
The Gram Panchayat of Surru is Patikheda.
What is the pincode of Surru?
The pincode of Surru is 470441.
What is the population of Surru?
Surru has a total population of 846, including 439 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Surru?
There are 200 households in Surru.
What is the literacy rate in Surru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surru is 62.17%. Male literacy is 73.80% and female literacy is 49.63%.