Surulia - Purulia - II, Purulia
Surulia is a village situated in the Purulia - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from Purulia and around 32 km from Purulia. Raghabpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surulia is 329903. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.02 hectares and falls under the 723147 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 5 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 2,451 people, consisting of 1,255 males and 1,196 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,226 literate and 1,225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,809 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,451 | 1,255 | 1,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 181 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,809 | 926 | 883 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 754 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,225 | 501 | 724 |
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 1-2 km of Surulia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Surulia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Surulia is about 32 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 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Surulia
Where is Surulia located?
Surulia village is located in Purulia - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Surulia is Raghabpur.
What is the pincode of Surulia?
The pincode of Surulia is 723147.
What is the population of Surulia?
Surulia has a total population of 2,451, including 1,255 males and 1,196 females.
How many households are there in Surulia?
There are 473 households in Surulia.
What is the literacy rate in Surulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surulia is 50.02%. Male literacy is 60.08% and female literacy is 39.46%.