Surang - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Surang is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Dhari and around 76 km from Nainital. Surang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surang is 055034. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.02 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Surang 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 Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Surang
According to the 2011 Census, Surang village had a total population of 780 people, including 392 males and 388 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.84%, with male literacy at 97.10% and female literacy at 83.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 780 | 392 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 82 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 301 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 91 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Surang
Surang 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 Surang
Surang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Surang is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Surang is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surang 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Surang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surang 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Surang
Where is Surang located?
Surang village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Surang?
Surang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surang?
The pincode of Surang is 263157.
What is the population of Surang?
Surang had a total population of 780, including 392 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Surang?
Surang had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surang was 89.84%. Male literacy was 97.10% and female literacy was 83.03%.