Surundia - Contai - I, Purba Medinipur
Surundia is a village situated in the Contai - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Haipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surundia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surundia is 346082. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.13 hectares and falls under the 721404 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Surundia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Surundia
According to the 2011 Census, Surundia village had a total population of 746 people, including 378 males and 368 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.09%, with male literacy at 98.21% and female literacy at 89.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293.
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 | 746 | 378 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 157 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 330 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 48 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Surundia
Surundia 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 Surundia
Surundia 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 Surundia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Contai to Surundia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surundia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surundia 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 Surundia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surundia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surundia
Where is Surundia located?
Surundia village is located in Contai - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surundia?
The Gram Panchayat of Surundia is Haipur.
What is the pincode of Surundia?
The pincode of Surundia is 721404.
What is the population of Surundia?
Surundia had a total population of 746, including 378 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Surundia?
Surundia had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surundia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surundia was 94.09%. Male literacy was 98.21% and female literacy was 89.81%.