Surulu - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Surulu is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surulu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surulu is 425142. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Surulu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surulu
According to the 2011 Census, Surulu village had a total population of 119 people, including 58 males and 61 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.18%, with male literacy at 43.48% and female literacy at 19.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 20 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 38 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Surulu
Surulu 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 Surulu
Surulu 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Surulu is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Surulu is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surulu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surulu 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 Surulu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surulu 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 Surulu
Where is Surulu located?
Surulu village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surulu?
The Gram Panchayat of Surulu is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Surulu?
The pincode of Surulu is 765026.
What is the population of Surulu?
Surulu had a total population of 119, including 58 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Surulu?
Surulu had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surulu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surulu was 31.18%. Male literacy was 43.48% and female literacy was 19.15%.