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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Surgas village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 719 males and 534 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 742 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 678 literate and 575 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,250 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surgas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 719 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Surgas?
The Gram Panchayat of Surgas is Pipalkhuta.
What is the pincode of Surgas?
The pincode of Surgas is 425452.
What is the population of Surgas?
Surgas has a total population of 1,253, including 719 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Surgas?
There are 149 households in Surgas.
What is the literacy rate in Surgas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surgas is 54.11%. Male literacy is 62.31% and female literacy is 43.07%.