Surchora - Jainti, Almora
Surchora is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Surchaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surchora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surchora is 053500. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.67 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Surchora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Surchora
According to the 2011 Census, Surchora village had a total population of 192 people, including 98 males and 94 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.29%, with male literacy at 95.18% and female literacy at 56.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 79 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 19 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Surchora
Surchora 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 Surchora
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Surchora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Surchora is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surchora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surchora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surchora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surchora 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surchora
Where is Surchora located?
Surchora village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surchora?
The Gram Panchayat of Surchora is Surchaura.
What is the pincode of Surchora?
The pincode of Surchora is 263626.
What is the population of Surchora?
Surchora had a total population of 192, including 98 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Surchora?
Surchora had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surchora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surchora was 75.29%. Male literacy was 95.18% and female literacy was 56.32%.