Surgaon - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Surgaon is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Vengnur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surgaon is 539433. The village covers a total geographical area of 922.6 hectares and falls under the 442703 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Surgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Surgaon village had a total population of 85 people, including 42 males and 43 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.32%, with male literacy at 64.86% and female literacy at 38.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
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 | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 18 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Surgaon
Surgaon 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 Surgaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Surgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Surgaon is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surgaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surgaon
Where is Surgaon located?
Surgaon village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Surgaon is Vengnur.
What is the pincode of Surgaon?
The pincode of Surgaon is 442703.
What is the population of Surgaon?
Surgaon had a total population of 85, including 42 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Surgaon?
Surgaon had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surgaon was 51.32%. Male literacy was 64.86% and female literacy was 38.46%.