Surwal Chandel - Bara, Prayagraj
Surwal Chandel is a village situated in the Bara tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Bara and around 45 km from Alld. Surval Chandel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surwal Chandel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surwal Chandel is 162171. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.77 hectares and falls under the 212107 pincode. Alld is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Surwal Chandel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Surwal Chandel
According to the 2011 Census, Surwal Chandel village had a total population of 1,839 people, including 967 males and 872 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.08%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 66.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244.
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 | 1,839 | 967 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 132 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 129 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,169 | 673 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 294 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Surwal Chandel
Surwal Chandel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surwalchand Puriya | East | 1.33 km |
| Khojwa Baid | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Hinauti Lunder | West | 1.50 km |
| Surwal Sahini | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Nari Bari | South | 1.64 km |
| Katra | South | 2.37 km |
| Jamohara Brahman | North | 2.40 km |
| Chak Dhawaiya | West | 2.41 km |
| Dhawaiya | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Jhajhara Pandey | West | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surwal Chandel
Surwal Chandel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shankargarh, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alld to Surwal Chandel is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surwal Chandel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surwal Chandel 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Surwal Chandel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surwal Chandel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surwal Chandel
Where is Surwal Chandel located?
Surwal Chandel village is located in Bara Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surwal Chandel?
The Gram Panchayat of Surwal Chandel is Surval Chandel.
What is the pincode of Surwal Chandel?
The pincode of Surwal Chandel is 212107.
What is the population of Surwal Chandel?
Surwal Chandel had a total population of 1,839, including 967 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Surwal Chandel?
Surwal Chandel had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surwal Chandel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surwal Chandel was 74.08%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 66.76%.