Surgas - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Surgas is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Pipalkhuta serves as the Village Panchayat for Surgas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surgas is 525016. The village covers a total geographical area of 473 hectares and falls under the 425452 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Surgas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surgas
According to the 2011 Census, Surgas village had a total population of 1,253 people, including 719 males and 534 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 743 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.72%, with male literacy at 72.14% and female literacy at 51.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,250.
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 | 1,253 | 719 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,250 | 718 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 448 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 271 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Surgas
Surgas 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 Surgas
Surgas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talode to Surgas is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Surgas is about 93 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 Surgas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surgas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surgas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surgas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surgas
Where is Surgas located?
Surgas village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Surgas?
The Village Panchayat of Surgas is Pipalkhuta.
What is the pincode of Surgas?
The pincode of Surgas is 425452.
What is the population of Surgas?
Surgas had a total population of 1,253, including 719 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Surgas?
Surgas had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surgas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surgas was 63.72%. Male literacy was 72.14% and female literacy was 51.92%.