Surulia - Labpur, Birbhum
Surulia is a village situated in the Labpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Labpur and around 36.8 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Indus serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surulia is 317546. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.18 hectares and falls under the 731303 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Surulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surulia
As per Census 2011, Surulia village has a total population of 350 people, consisting of 190 males and 160 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 350 | 190 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 109 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 159 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 31 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Surulia
Surulia 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 Surulia
Surulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Surulia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Surulia is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Surulia is about 36.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Surulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surulia
Where is Surulia located?
Surulia village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Surulia is Indus.
What is the pincode of Surulia?
The pincode of Surulia is 731303.
What is the population of Surulia?
Surulia has a total population of 350, including 190 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Surulia?
There are 79 households in Surulia.
What is the literacy rate in Surulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surulia is 74.29%. Male literacy is 83.68% and female literacy is 63.13%.