Sural Gaon - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Sural Gaon is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from Satpuli and around 104 km from Pauri Garhwal. Mahar Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sural Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sural Gaon is 047724. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.8 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sural Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sural Gaon
As per Census 2011, Sural Gaon village has a total population of 32 people, consisting of 16 males and 16 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sural Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Sural Gaon
Sural Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Patha | South | 0.69 km |
| Akhori | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Gawal Gaon | South | 1.49 km |
| Pundola Gaon | East | 1.60 km |
| Bhal Gaon | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Silri | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Ghursingi | South | 2.44 km |
| Hit Kandala | South | 2.50 km |
| Barsuri | East | 2.71 km |
| Marwara | North-East | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sural Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sural Gaon. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Sural Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Sural Gaon is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sural Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sural Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sural 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 Sural Gaon 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 Sural Gaon
Where is Sural Gaon located?
Sural Gaon village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sural Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sural Gaon is Mahar Gaon.
What is the pincode of Sural Gaon?
The pincode of Sural Gaon is 246155.
What is the population of Sural Gaon?
Sural Gaon has a total population of 32, including 16 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Sural Gaon?
There are 10 households in Sural Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sural Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sural Gaon is 53.13%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 43.75%.