Surankudi - Sattur, Virudhunagar
Surankudi is a village situated in the Sattur taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sattur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Soorangudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surankudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surankudi is 641728. The village covers a total geographical area of 1128.35 hectares and falls under the 626203 pincode. Sattur is the nearest town.
Surankudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sattur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Virudhunagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surankudi
As per Census 2011, Surankudi village has a total population of 5,195 people, consisting of 2,590 males and 2,605 females. The village has 1,500 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 566 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,278 literate and 1,917 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,512 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surankudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,195 | 2,590 | 2,605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 283 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,512 | 1,287 | 1,225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 3,278 | 1,876 | 1,402 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,917 | 714 | 1,203 |
Nearby Villages of Surankudi
Surankudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Othaiyal | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Banduvarpatti | West | 1.94 km |
| Kottaipachcheri | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Chinnathambiyapuram | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Kangarakottai | South-West | 3.96 km |
| O.muthuswamipuram | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Achchangulam | North-West | 4.71 km |
| Sankaranatham | North | 4.72 km |
| Madamchinnodaipatti | South-East | 4.94 km |
| Muthandipuram | South-West | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surankudi
Surankudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Surankudi is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surankudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surankudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surankudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surankudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surankudi
Where is Surankudi located?
Surankudi village is located in Sattur Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surankudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Surankudi is Soorangudi.
What is the pincode of Surankudi?
The pincode of Surankudi is 626203.
What is the population of Surankudi?
Surankudi has a total population of 5,195, including 2,590 males and 2,605 females.
How many households are there in Surankudi?
There are 1,500 households in Surankudi.
What is the literacy rate in Surankudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surankudi is 63.10%. Male literacy is 72.43% and female literacy is 53.82%.