Surkali Gaon - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Surkali Gaon is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Bageshwar and around 55 km from Bageshwar. Surkaligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surkali Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surkali Gaon is 050856. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.68 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Surkali Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surkali Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Surkali Gaon village had a total population of 381 people, including 178 males and 203 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.12%, with male literacy at 90.34% and female literacy at 71.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 381 | 178 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 131 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 47 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Surkali Gaon
Surkali Gaon 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 Surkali Gaon
Surkali Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Bageshwar to Surkali Gaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surkali Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surkali Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surkali Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surkali Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Surkali Gaon
Where is Surkali Gaon located?
Surkali Gaon village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surkali Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Surkali Gaon is Surkaligaon.
What is the pincode of Surkali Gaon?
The pincode of Surkali Gaon is 263634.
What is the population of Surkali Gaon?
Surkali Gaon had a total population of 381, including 178 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Surkali Gaon?
Surkali Gaon had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surkali Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surkali Gaon was 80.12%. Male literacy was 90.34% and female literacy was 71.75%.