Surdi - Barshi, Solapur
Surdi is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Surdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surdi is 562102. The village covers a total geographical area of 2374.39 hectares and falls under the 413401 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Surdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surdi
As per Census 2011, Surdi village has a total population of 3,377 people, consisting of 1,762 males and 1,615 females. The village has 757 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 345 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,946 literate and 1,431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 461 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,377 | 1,762 | 1,615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 179 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 243 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,946 | 1,147 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,431 | 615 | 816 |
Nearby Villages of Surdi
Surdi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rastapur | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Gulpoli | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Yawali | South | 4.01 km |
| Irle | East | 4.27 km |
| Undegaon | East | 4.43 km |
| Malwandi | West | 4.81 km |
| Kapsewadi | South-West | 5.62 km |
| Dhorale | South-East | 6.76 km |
| Kalegaon | East | 6.77 km |
| Irlewadi | East | 6.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surdi
Surdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uplai, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barshi to Surdi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Surdi is about 51 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 Surdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Surdi
Where is Surdi located?
Surdi village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surdi?
Surdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surdi?
The pincode of Surdi is 413401.
What is the population of Surdi?
Surdi has a total population of 3,377, including 1,762 males and 1,615 females.
How many households are there in Surdi?
There are 757 households in Surdi.
What is the literacy rate in Surdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surdi is 57.63%. Male literacy is 65.10% and female literacy is 49.47%.