Surgurh - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Surgurh is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Barna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surgurh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surgurh is 501088. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.93 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Surgurh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surgurh
According to the 2011 Census, Surgurh village had a total population of 90 people, including 46 males and 44 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.17%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 51.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 26 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Surgurh
Surgurh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barna | West | 2.80 km |
| Deora | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Lakhanpur | North | 3.74 km |
| Katira | East | 4.29 km |
| Naugai | North | 4.36 km |
| Muhdola | North | 4.71 km |
| Jannaudi | South | 4.94 km |
| Sarna | South | 5.20 km |
| Jamuniha | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Nigai | North-West | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surgurh
Public transport in the Surgurh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chhataini, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisinghnagar to Surgurh is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Surgurh is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surgurh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surgurh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surgurh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surgurh 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 Surgurh
Where is Surgurh located?
Surgurh village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surgurh?
The Gram Panchayat of Surgurh is Barna.
What is the pincode of Surgurh?
The pincode of Surgurh is 484771.
What is the population of Surgurh?
Surgurh had a total population of 90, including 46 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Surgurh?
Surgurh had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surgurh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surgurh was 54.17%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 51.35%.