Sureli - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Sureli is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dedarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sureli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sureli is 423766. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sureli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sureli
According to the 2011 Census, Sureli village had a total population of 195 people, including 99 males and 96 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.32%, with male literacy at 49.43% and female literacy at 26.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 43 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 56 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Sureli
Sureli 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 Sureli
Sureli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhawanipatna to Sureli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sureli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sureli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sureli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sureli 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 Sureli
Where is Sureli located?
Sureli village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sureli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sureli is Dedarh.
What is the pincode of Sureli?
The pincode of Sureli is 766014.
What is the population of Sureli?
Sureli had a total population of 195, including 99 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Sureli?
Sureli had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sureli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sureli was 38.32%. Male literacy was 49.43% and female literacy was 26.25%.