Surkhal - Jainti, Almora
Surkhal 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 85 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Surkhal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surkhal is 053499. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.82 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Surkhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Surkhal
According to the 2011 Census, Surkhal village had a total population of 350 people, including 173 males and 177 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.34%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 66.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 350 | 173 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 138 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 35 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Surkhal
Surkhal 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 Surkhal
Surkhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Surkhal is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surkhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surkhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surkhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surkhal 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 Surkhal
Where is Surkhal located?
Surkhal village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surkhal?
Surkhal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surkhal?
The pincode of Surkhal is 263626.
What is the population of Surkhal?
Surkhal had a total population of 350, including 173 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Surkhal?
Surkhal had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surkhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surkhal was 80.34%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 66.89%.