Surag
Surag is a village located in Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Garud (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Surag village is also a gram panchayat.
Surag has its own place in the vibrant Bageshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Surag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surag is 051337. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263635. Bageshwar is nearest town to Surag village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Surag
Population of Surag
Below is a concise population overview of Surag as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 148 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 110 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 38 | 75 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Surag village:
- The total population of Surag village is around 291, including approximately 148 males and 143 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Surag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Surag village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Surag village is about 61.17%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 47.55%.
- There are around 47 households in Surag village.
Connectivity of Surag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surag. As per the 2011 stats, Surag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Surag
Knowing the nearby villages of Surag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Surag
- Where is Surag located?
- Surag village is situated in Garud Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Surag?
- Surag serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Surag?
- The pincode of Surag is 263635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Surag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surag is 291, with 148 males and 143 females.
- How many households are there in Surag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Surag village has a total of 47 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Surag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surag is 61.17%. The male literacy rate is 74.32%, while the female literacy rate is 47.55%.