Surur - Wai, Satara
Surur is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Surur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surur is 563084. The village covers a total geographical area of 690 hectares and falls under the 415517 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Surur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surur
As per Census 2011, Surur village has a total population of 3,029 people, consisting of 1,511 males and 1,518 females. The village has 668 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,293 literate and 736 illiterate residents. Additionally, 302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,029 | 1,511 | 1,518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 171 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 147 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,293 | 1,238 | 1,055 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 273 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Surur
Surur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vahagaon | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Mohodekarwadi | East | 2.60 km |
| Kenjal | West | 3.14 km |
| Kawathe | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Vele | North | 4.03 km |
| Gulumb | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Randullabad | East | 4.24 km |
| Bopegaon | South | 4.93 km |
| Chandak | North-West | 5.64 km |
| Solashi | North-East | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surur
Surur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| 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 Wai to Surur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Surur 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 Surur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Surur
Where is Surur located?
Surur village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surur?
Surur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surur?
The pincode of Surur is 415517.
What is the population of Surur?
Surur has a total population of 3,029, including 1,511 males and 1,518 females.
How many households are there in Surur?
There are 668 households in Surur.
What is the literacy rate in Surur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surur is 75.70%. Male literacy is 81.93% and female literacy is 69.50%.