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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Surul village had a total population of 2,888 people, including 1,494 males and 1,394 females, living in 616 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.25%, with male literacy at 89.57% and female literacy at 76.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 385.
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 | 2,888 | 1,494 | 1,394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 209 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 203 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Surul?
Surul is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surul?
The pincode of Surul is 415407.
What is the population of Surul?
Surul had a total population of 2,888, including 1,494 males and 1,394 females.
How many households are there in Surul?
Surul had 616 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surul was 83.25%. Male literacy was 89.57% and female literacy was 76.73%.