Suryagaon - Palus, Sangli
Suryagaon is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Suryagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suryagaon is 568429. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.65 hectares and falls under the 416313 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Suryagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suryagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Suryagaon village had a total population of 1,210 people, including 624 males and 586 females, living in 260 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.29%, with male literacy at 92.63% and female literacy at 89.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,210 | 624 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 528 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 96 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Suryagaon
Suryagaon 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 Suryagaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Suryagaon. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Suryagaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Suryagaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Suryagaon is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suryagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suryagaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Suryagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suryagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suryagaon
Where is Suryagaon located?
Suryagaon village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suryagaon?
Suryagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suryagaon?
The pincode of Suryagaon is 416313.
What is the population of Suryagaon?
Suryagaon had a total population of 1,210, including 624 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Suryagaon?
Suryagaon had 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suryagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suryagaon was 91.29%. Male literacy was 92.63% and female literacy was 89.85%.