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
As per Census 2011, Surumeli village has a total population of 39 people, consisting of 17 males and 22 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,294 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surumeli are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 39, including 17 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Surumeli?
There are 8 households in Surumeli.
What is the literacy rate in Surumeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surumeli is 35.90%. Male literacy is 47.06% and female literacy is 27.27%.