Surumeli - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Surumeli is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Karlapat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surumeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surumeli is 424260. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Surumeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surumeli
According to the 2011 Census, Surumeli village had a total population of 39 people, including 17 males and 22 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,294 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.28%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Surumeli
Surumeli 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 Surumeli
Public transport in the Surumeli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Surumeli is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Surumeli is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surumeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surumeli 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Surumeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surumeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surumeli
Where is Surumeli located?
Surumeli village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surumeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Surumeli is Karlapat.
What is the pincode of Surumeli?
The pincode of Surumeli is 766037.
What is the population of Surumeli?
Surumeli had a total population of 39, including 17 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Surumeli?
Surumeli had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surumeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surumeli was 48.28%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 40.00%.