Suranukiseri - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Suranukiseri is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Suranukiseri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suranukiseri is 040127. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.89 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Suranukiseri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suranukiseri
According to the 2011 Census, Suranukiseri village had a total population of 94 people, including 52 males and 42 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.24%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 48.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 40 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Suranukiseri
Suranukiseri 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 Suranukiseri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Suranukiseri.
| 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 Barkot to Suranukiseri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Suranukiseri is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suranukiseri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suranukiseri 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 Suranukiseri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suranukiseri 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 Suranukiseri
Where is Suranukiseri located?
Suranukiseri village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suranukiseri?
Suranukiseri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suranukiseri?
The pincode of Suranukiseri is 249185.
What is the population of Suranukiseri?
Suranukiseri had a total population of 94, including 52 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Suranukiseri?
Suranukiseri had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suranukiseri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suranukiseri was 68.24%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 48.65%.