Surda - Saintala, Balangir
Surda is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Jhinkidunguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surda is 421089. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Surda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surda
According to the 2011 Census, Surda village had a total population of 114 people, including 61 males and 53 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.40%, with male literacy at 14.00% and female literacy at 12.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 54 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Surda
Surda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagphena | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Karla | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Bankel | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Jamilisar | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Dukalghat | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Tustapali | East | 3.88 km |
| Jaintara | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Kusmel | East | 4.54 km |
| Lapher | North-West | 5.41 km |
| Chhanchhada | East | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surda
Surda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sikir, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Surda is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Surda is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surda
Where is Surda located?
Surda village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surda?
The Gram Panchayat of Surda is Jhinkidunguri.
What is the pincode of Surda?
The pincode of Surda is 767032.
What is the population of Surda?
Surda had a total population of 114, including 61 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Surda?
Surda had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surda was 13.40%. Male literacy was 14.00% and female literacy was 12.77%.