Surgaon Village - Arjuni Morgaon, Gondia
Surgaon is a village situated in the Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondia district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Arjuni Morgaon and around 95 km from Gondiya. Sawartola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surgaon is 538277. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.84 hectares and falls under the 441902 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Surgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surgaon
As per Census 2011, Surgaon village has a total population of 212 people, consisting of 108 males and 104 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surgaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 108 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 3 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 100 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 8 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Surgaon
Surgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawartola | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Chapti | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Umari | North | 2.06 km |
| Mungali | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Bortola | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Barabhati | South | 2.73 km |
| Bidtola | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Bhursitola | North | 3.50 km |
| Kumbhitola | South | 3.53 km |
| Pimpalgaon | South-West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surgaon
Surgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Barabhati, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Surgaon is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gondiya to Surgaon is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Surgaon
Where is Surgaon located?
Surgaon village is located in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, Gondia district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Surgaon is Sawartola.
What is the pincode of Surgaon?
The pincode of Surgaon is 441902.
What is the population of Surgaon?
Surgaon has a total population of 212, including 108 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Surgaon?
There are 56 households in Surgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Surgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surgaon is 77.36%. Male literacy is 92.59% and female literacy is 61.54%.