Surankottai - Ramanathapuram
Surankottai is a village situated in the Ramanathapuram taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 1 km from Ramanathapuram, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Surankottai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surankottai is 642113. The village covers a total geographical area of 1238.2 hectares and falls under the 623504 pincode. Ramanathapuram is the nearest town.
Surankottai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruvadanai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surankottai
As per Census 2011, Surankottai village has a total population of 5,873 people, consisting of 3,003 males and 2,870 females. The village has 1,453 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 553 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,225 literate and 1,648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,633 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surankottai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,873 | 3,003 | 2,870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 298 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,633 | 1,330 | 1,303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 4,225 | 2,317 | 1,908 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,648 | 686 | 962 |
Nearby Villages of Surankottai
Surankottai 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 Surankottai
Surankottai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Surankottai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Surankottai is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surankottai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surankottai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surankottai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surankottai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surankottai
Where is Surankottai located?
Surankottai village is located in Ramanathapuram Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surankottai?
Surankottai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surankottai?
The pincode of Surankottai is 623504.
What is the population of Surankottai?
Surankottai has a total population of 5,873, including 3,003 males and 2,870 females.
How many households are there in Surankottai?
There are 1,453 households in Surankottai.
What is the literacy rate in Surankottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surankottai is 71.94%. Male literacy is 77.16% and female literacy is 66.48%.