Surkuda

Surkuda is a village located in Amgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Amgaon (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Surkuda village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Surkuda unique in its vibrant Amgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Surkuda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Surkuda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surkuda is 537949. The village spans a total geographical area of 231 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Surkuda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

When it comes to local governance, Surkuda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Surkuda

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Population of Surkuda

According to the 2011 Census, Surkuda has a total population of about 712, with approximately 378 males and 334 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 73 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.37%, with male literacy at about 86.77% and female literacy near 68.86%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Surkuda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 712 378 334
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 62 34 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 73 39 34
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 9 4 5
Literate Population 558 328 230
Illiterate Population 154 50 104

Connectivity of Surkuda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surkuda. As per the 2011 stats, Surkuda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Surkuda

Knowing the nearby villages of Surkuda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surkuda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Surkuda

Where is Surkuda located?
Surkuda village is situated in Amgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surkuda?
Surkuda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Surkuda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surkuda is 712, with 378 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Surkuda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Surkuda village has a total of 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surkuda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surkuda is 78.37%. The male literacy rate is 86.77%, while the female literacy rate is 68.86%.