Surani - Balesar, Jodhpur
Surani is a village situated in the Balesar tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 62 km from Shergarh and around 42 km from Jodhpur. Dugar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surani is 085530. The village covers a total geographical area of 1584 hectares and falls under the 342001 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Surani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surani
As per Census 2011, Surani village has a total population of 1,906 people, consisting of 979 males and 927 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,030 literate and 876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,906 | 979 | 927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 193 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 681 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 298 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Surani
Surani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imam Nagar | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Doodinagar | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Vishnu Nagar | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Rabariya | East | 4.84 km |
| Paraliya Dhamt | South-West | 5.87 km |
| Hanumangarh | North | 6.24 km |
| Korna | West | 6.47 km |
| Sherani Nagar | South-East | 6.88 km |
| Bhatelai Purohitan | North-East | 7.00 km |
| Meran Nagar | East | 7.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surani
Surani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basni, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.8 km.
| 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 Jodhpur to Surani is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surani
Where is Surani located?
Surani village is located in Balesar Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surani?
The Gram Panchayat of Surani is Dugar.
What is the pincode of Surani?
The pincode of Surani is 342001.
What is the population of Surani?
Surani has a total population of 1,906, including 979 males and 927 females.
How many households are there in Surani?
There are 279 households in Surani.
What is the literacy rate in Surani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surani is 54.04%. Male literacy is 69.56% and female literacy is 37.65%.