Surul - Walwa, Sangli
Surul is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Surul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surul is 568352. The village covers a total geographical area of 1063 hectares and falls under the 415407 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Surul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surul
As per Census 2011, Surul village has a total population of 2,888 people, consisting of 1,494 males and 1,394 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,107 literate and 781 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,888 | 1,494 | 1,394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 209 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 203 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 2,107 | 1,151 | 956 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 343 | 438 |
Nearby Villages of Surul
Surul is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ozarde | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Beldarwadi | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Karamale | West | 3.38 km |
| Bhatwadi | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Manikwadi | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Bhatwadi | North | 4.14 km |
| Naykalwadi | East | 4.88 km |
| Bambavade | North-West | 4.90 km |
| Red | South | 4.92 km |
| Aundhi | West | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surul
Surul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Surul is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Surul is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surul
Where is Surul located?
Surul village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surul?
Surul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surul?
The pincode of Surul is 415407.
What is the population of Surul?
Surul has a total population of 2,888, including 1,494 males and 1,394 females.
How many households are there in Surul?
There are 616 households in Surul.
What is the literacy rate in Surul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surul is 72.96%. Male literacy is 77.04% and female literacy is 68.58%.