Surai - Bhiwandi, Thane
Surai is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Surai-sarang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surai is 552670. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Surai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surai
As per Census 2011, Surai village has a total population of 1,661 people, consisting of 869 males and 792 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,225 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,661 | 869 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 92 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,225 | 686 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 183 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Surai
Surai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Surai
Surai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Surai has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Surai is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Surai is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surai 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 Surai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surai 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 Surai
Where is Surai located?
Surai village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surai?
The Gram Panchayat of Surai is Surai-sarang.
What is the pincode of Surai?
The pincode of Surai is 421302.
What is the population of Surai?
Surai has a total population of 1,661, including 869 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Surai?
There are 322 households in Surai.
What is the literacy rate in Surai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surai is 73.75%. Male literacy is 78.94% and female literacy is 68.06%.