Surai - Murud, Raigad
Surai is a village situated in the Murud tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from Murud and around 25 km from Alibag. Borli serves as the Village Panchayat for Surai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surai is 554214. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.99 hectares and falls under the 402202 pincode. Alibag is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Surai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alibag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surai
According to the 2011 Census, Surai village had a total population of 872 people, including 422 males and 450 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.23%, with male literacy at 78.61% and female literacy at 64.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 872 | 422 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 120 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 294 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 128 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Surai
Surai 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 Surai
Public transport in the Surai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Alibag to Surai is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Surai is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surai 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 Surai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surai
Where is Surai located?
Surai village is located in Murud Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Surai?
The Village Panchayat of Surai is Borli.
What is the pincode of Surai?
The pincode of Surai is 402202.
What is the population of Surai?
Surai had a total population of 872, including 422 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Surai?
Surai had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surai was 71.23%. Male literacy was 78.61% and female literacy was 64.34%.