Surubali - Bijepur, Bargarh
Surubali is a village situated in the Bijepur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijepur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Surubali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surubali is 380359. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 768032 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Surubali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surubali
As per Census 2011, Surubali village has a total population of 241 people, consisting of 124 males and 117 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surubali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 124 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 67 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 90 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 34 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Surubali
Surubali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhapali | West | 1.40 km |
| Jalpali | East | 1.44 km |
| Bairakhpali | South | 1.56 km |
| Sargipali | North | 1.85 km |
| Rabanguda | South | 2.59 km |
| Bhalubahal | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Lemdhar | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Bhairopur | West | 3.03 km |
| Patrapali | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Barlabahal | South-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surubali
Public transport in the Surubali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bargarh to Surubali is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surubali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surubali 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 Surubali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surubali 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 Surubali
Where is Surubali located?
Surubali village is located in Bijepur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surubali?
Surubali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surubali?
The pincode of Surubali is 768032.
What is the population of Surubali?
Surubali has a total population of 241, including 124 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Surubali?
There are 62 households in Surubali.
What is the literacy rate in Surubali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surubali is 64.32%. Male literacy is 72.58% and female literacy is 55.56%.