Surla Village - Zari-Jamani, Yavatmal
Surla is a village situated in the Zari-Jamani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zari-jamani and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Surla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surla is 543817. The village covers a total geographical area of 1083 hectares and falls under the 445304 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Surla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surla
As per Census 2011, Surla village has a total population of 1,348 people, consisting of 698 males and 650 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 941 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 940 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surla are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,348 | 698 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 940 | 482 | 458 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 516 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 182 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Surla
Surla 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 Surla
Public transport in the Surla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pandharkaoda to Surla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Surla is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surla 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surla
Where is Surla located?
Surla village is located in Zari-Jamani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surla?
Surla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surla?
The pincode of Surla is 445304.
What is the population of Surla?
Surla has a total population of 1,348, including 698 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Surla?
There are 351 households in Surla.
What is the literacy rate in Surla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surla is 69.81%. Male literacy is 73.93% and female literacy is 65.38%.