Surul - Patan, Satara
Surul is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Surul village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surul is 564267. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 415206 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 38 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 Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surul
According to the 2011 Census, Surul village had a total population of 1,009 people, including 502 males and 507 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.00%, with male literacy at 87.13% and female literacy at 61.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 1,009 | 502 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 386 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 116 | 227 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bibi | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Pimpaloshi | West | 2.10 km |
| Devghar Tarf Patan | North | 2.34 km |
| Mhavashi | East | 2.74 km |
| Katvadi | West | 3.05 km |
| Sakhari | North | 3.55 km |
| Mulgaon | South | 3.68 km |
| Tamkane | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Tripudi | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Tolewadi | South-West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surul
Surul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Surul is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Surul is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surul
Where is Surul located?
Surul village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara 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 415206.
What is the population of Surul?
Surul had a total population of 1,009, including 502 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Surul?
Surul had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surul was 74.00%. Male literacy was 87.13% and female literacy was 61.27%.