The Surti Sunni Vohras

History of the community:
Arrival of Islam in India.
The first Islamic Government and Mughal rule in Gujarat.
Surti, Sunni Vohra Caste.
History and Details of Villages.
1. Arrival of Islam in India.
The historical relation between India and Arab countries is very old. Nevertheless, we can presume that this relation with the Arab countries was before the rise of the Islamic religion. This relation should have been commercial. After the existence of Islam in India, this relation also became of Talimic (Education) and Tablique. The Islamic religion was spreaded all over the world and flags of Islamic religion were hoisted everywhere in the world.
Muslim traders, Maulanas and Messengers of Islam came into the region of Gujarat, Sindh and Kerar through the Arabian Sea in India. Few people came to India through the land route from Iran. We can say with pride that companions of Prophet (pbuh) came first in Gujarat and spread the light of Islam all over India. So many companions of the Prophet (pbuh) died in religious duty and are buried in Gujarat. All these companions were very near to Allah (sw) and the Prophet Muhammed (pbuh). Today, their graves cannot be identified and they have become immortal of Islam.
2. The first Islamic Government and Mughal rule in Gujarat.
The first Islamic Government had been established by Sultan Allauddin Khilji in Gujarat.In 1297, King Karsandev was the ruler of Gujarat. King Karsandev was defeated by Sultan Allauddin and Rajput rule was brought to an end. As a result in 1300, the Muslim rule came into existence in Gujarat. Muzaffar Shah was the last king in Gujarat. He was defeated by Mughal King Akbar in 1572 and Mughal rule was established. After King Akbar, Shahjahan and Aurangzeb were the main Mughal ruler. The Mughal rule ended in 1757. Shri Raghunath Rao and Gaikwad took the responsibilities of free Government in Gujarat.
3. Surti, Sunni Vohra Caste.
There are two types of Vohras:
i. Sunni Vohra and ii. Shia Vohra who are settled in Gujarat.
(i) Shia Vohra.
Shia Vohra Muslims reside in Surat and Saurastra and Kutch in Gujarat. Their Main occupation is trading and Farming. They differ from Sunni Vohra in dressings, beliefs, traditions and their speech. The different types of Shia Vohra are mainly: Jafari Vohra, Sulaimani Vohra, Daudi Vohra, Aliya Vohra,Nagori Vohra, Hiptia Vohra, Mehndi and Baugwara Vohra.
(ii) Sunni Vohra.
Sunni Vohra are more than Shia Vohra in Gujarat. They are settled in Surat, Bharuch, Navsari, and Valsad district. They are also settled in Ahmedabad, Panchmahal, Baroda and Kheda district of Gujarat.
The Surti Vohra who live to the north side of river Narmada are called Patelia and Bharuchi and the Vohra’s who live to the south side of the Narmada river are called Surti Vohra. There are 170 villages in South Gujarat where Surti Sunni Vohra’s are settled. Our Vohra Education Society and Vohra Welfare Society both have separated their villages in three divisions for administration purpose.

North Division: It has 57 villages.
Details of few Villages in North Division.
1. Amandera. (Taluka: Mangrol, District: Surat)
2. Alunj. (Taluka : Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
3. Ankleshwar.
4. Ankrod.
5. Areth. (Taluka: Mandavi, District: Surat)
6. Umerpada. (Taluka: Mangrol, District: Surat)
7. Umerwada. (Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
8. Karmali. (Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
9. Karsad (Taluka: Valia, District: Bharuch)
10. Kapodra. (Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
11. Kondh. (Taluka:Valia, District: Bharuch)
12. Kosamdi. (Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
13. Kosamba. (Taluka: Mangrol, District: Surat)
14. Kharod. (Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
15. Jitali. (Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
16. Tuket. (Taluka: Mandvi, District: Surat)
17. Dungri. (Taluka:Valia, District: Bharuch)
18. Dadhal Inam. (Taluka:Ankleshwar, District:Bharuch)
19. Diva. (Taluka:Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
20. Panoli. (Taluka:Ankleshwar, District:Bharuch)
21. Piraman. (Taluka:Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)

Central Division : It has 51 villages.
Details of few Villages in Central Division.
22. Eklera. (Taluka:Choriyasi, District:Surat)
23. Kathor. (Taluka:Kamrej, District: Surat)
For history on Kathor by Late.M. Vawda. Click here.
24. Kim. (District: Surat)
25. Kosad. (Taluka:Chauriyasi,District: Surat)
26. Kholwad. (Taluka:Kamrej, District: Surat)
27. Tadkeshwad. (Taluka:Mandvi, District:Surat)
28. Nani Naroli. (Taluka:Mangrol, District:Surat)
29. Dhabel. (District: Navsari)
30. Navsari.
31. Rander. (Taluka:Chauriyasi, District:Surat)
32. Sayan. (Taluka:Olpad, District: Surat)
33. Surat:
34. Mota Varacha. (Taluka:Chauriyasi, District: Surat)
35. Bardoli. (District:Surat)
South Division: It contains 62 villages.
Details of few villages of South Division.
36. Alipore. (Taluka:Chikhli, District:Navsari)
37. Itarwa. (Taluka:Parsara, District:Surat)
38. Chasa. (Taluka:Chikhali, District:Navsari)
39. Billimora. (Taluka:Gandevi, District:Navsari)
40. Maroli. (District:Navsari)
41. Lakhawadi. (Taluka:Wansada, District:Navsari)
42. Manekpore. (Taluka:Chikhli, District:Navsari)
43. Wanshada. (District: Navsari)
44. Veshma. (District:Navsair)
45. Samrod. (Taluka: Chauriyasi, District:Navsari)
46. Simlak. (District: Navsari)

4. Details of Villages in North Division.

1. Amandera. (Taluka: Mangrol, District: Surat)
It is a small village with a total population of 400. The population of Sunni Vohra is very less. The main occupation is agriculture. This village lies near the railway station of Mangrol and is an undeveloped village.

2. Alunj. (Taluka : Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
It is a small village with a total population of 600. Agriculture is the main occupation and is connected to the railway station Panoli. It is an under developed village.

3. Ankleshwar.
It is one of the main city and taluka of South Gujarat. It is a Railway station of Western Railway line and it lies on National Highway No.8.It is developed into a main Industrial area of Gujarat. The population is around One Lakh and 40% of them are Sunni Vohra. The main occupation of these people are Business, Government Services and agriculture. Its land route are connected with all surrounding villages. The Nagar Palika is looking after the Ankleshwar City. All the essential services are available in this city. The city is well developed.

4. Ankrod.
It is a small and historical village. It is located at 16 km away from Kosamba railway station and 11 kms away from the National Highway No.8. It lies on the bank of Kim river. During the Mughal rule in AD.1030, Hishamuddin and Nizamuddin both came from Delhi and settled in this village. They were given hundred acre land for cultivation by King Jehangir. The total population of this village is around 2000 and the Muslim population is around 1100. The village is developing in all sectors.

5. Areth. (Taluka: Mandavi, District: Surat)
Total Population of this village is around 6000. The Muslim population is more than the other caste. The main occupation of this village is Business, trading and agriculture. It is connected with other villages and Surat by road. It is 10 km away from the railway station of Kim.

6. Umerpada. ( Taluka: Mangrol, District: Surat)
It is a very small village with population of 500 of which 50% are Vohra Muslim. It is underdeveloped village far away from the city and National Highway.

7. Umerwada. ( Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
This village is very near to Ankleshwar city. The population is around 3000 of which 1000 are Vohra Muslims. It is a very old village with main occupation being agriculture. This village is famous for the production of raw oil and gas. There are about 10 to 15 wells in this village. Many people in this village are residing abroad.

8. Karmali. ( Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
It is a small village 4 km away from Panoli Railway station. The population is around 1000. Muslims constitute 70% of them. There is a famous Madrassa known as Madni Daruttabuat in the village. Many Muslims of this village are settled abroad. The financial condition of the village people is good.

9. Karsad . (Taluka: Valia, District: Bharuch)
A small village with a population of 800. Muslims constitute 50% of the population. It is away from Ankleshwar Railway station and National Highway. It is an underdeveloped village. The occupation of this village is agriculture.

10. Kapodra. (Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
A small village 3 km away from National Highway Road. The population is more than 60%. Main occupation being agriculture. Many people are settled in U.K, United States, Africa, Zambia and the Gulf.

11. Kondh. (Taluka:Valia, District: Bharuch)
This village is 7 km away from Ankleshwar city and 4 km away from Valia city. It is connected with State Road. During the British rule, it was the last village that lied on the boundary of British and Gaikwad state. It is a very old village and known as the ‘yellow state’ village. The population of this village is 3000. Muslims constitute more than 50%.There are schools, High Schools and Madrasa in the village. Many people of this village are settled abroad. The main occupation is agriculture.

12. Kosamdi. (Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
It is an old and developed village. It is one of the biggest village of Bharuch District. It is 5 km away from the National Highway and Railway station of Ankleshwar. Total population is 4000. Muslims constitute 50%. All caste of people are settled here. The main occupation is agriculture. Facilities like Schools, Madrasa, Dispensery and Telephone are widely available. Atleast one member in each house is settled abroad. The financial condition of the people is good. There are constructed roads in the village.

13. Kosamba. (Taluka: Mangrol, District: Surat)
It is an important junction and a small town. It is also a railway station.In AD.1901, it was under the state of Baroda. The small train (Meter Gauge) was started here by Gaikawad Government of Baroda. There is a narrow gauge railway line going from Umerpada. It is 4 km away from the National Highway No.8. It is connected with all nearby villages by road. The main occupation being agriculture and business. Total population of this village is 20000. Muslim population is 2500 among the total population. It is 1000 year old town. The railway station was established in AD.1884. There are all essential facilities present in this town. Many people of our community are settled abroad. Kosamba is a developed town.

14. Kharod. (Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
This village is situated 3 km from National Highway No.8. The population of this village is 4000.The Vohra muslim population is 2000. There are facilities of Schools, Madrasa, College and Banks in the village.Main occupation is agriculture.

15. Jitali. (Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
Jitali is situated 6 km away from Ankleshwar Railway station and National Highway no 8. Total population of this village is about 2000.Muslims constitute 50%. The main occupation is agriculture. many people are settled abroad. There are constructed roads everywhere in the village. The village is ahead in social work and education.

16. Tuket. (Taluka: Mandvi, District: Surat)
A small village with a population of 1300. The muslim population is only 50. Main occupation of the village is agriculture. It is far away from railway station and the highway. This village is underdeveloped.

17. Dungri. (Taluka:Valia, District: Bharuch)
It is a small village with a population of 1500. Vohra constitute around 600. Agriculture is the main occupation. It is far from railway station and the highway. The financial condition of this village is poor.

18. Dadhal Inam. (Taluka:Ankleshwar, District:Bharuch)
This village is located on the Ankleshwar and Rajpipla roadway (State Highway 64). It is 6 km away from Railway station and National Highway 8. During the rule King Jehangir, this village people had provided food to the army and so Title ‘Inam’ was given by the king as a prize to this village. The population of this village is 3000 of which 1800 are Muslims. Many people of the community are settled abroad. Agriculture is the main occupation. The financial condition of this village is very good. Many people here are involved in social work. All essential facilites are available in this village.

19. Diva. (Taluka:Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
The population of this village is about 3000. It is one of the biggest in Ankleshwar. Vohra Muslims constitute 2000. It is 1 km away from the city and National Highway. Main occupation is agriculture. It is also called village of Orchad. All essential facilities are available in this village. People are active in welfare work. Many people are settled abroad. The financial condition of this village is good.

20. Panoli. (Taluka:Ankleshwar, District:Bharuch)
It is one of the biggest village in Ankleshwar with a railway station. Population being 5000 of which 50% are Vohra muslims. It is 2 km away from the National Highway. Main occupation is agriculture. There is a water canal facility for agriculture. Many of the villagers are settled abroad. All essential facilities are available in this village.

21. Piraman. (Taluka:Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch)
A small village 2 km away from the Ankleshwar Railway station and 1 km from the National Highway. The population of this village is 1300 and Vohra Muslims constitute 800. Our Parlimentarian Mr Ahmed Patel is a resident of this village. Many muslims of this village are settled abroad.The muslim people are engaged in welfare activities. Main occupation is agriculture.

5. Details of Villages in Central Division.
22. Eklera. (Taluka:Choriyasi, District:Surat)
It is a small village with a population of 700. The muslim population is 350. The main occupation being agriculture. Few people of the village are settled abroad. The Railway station is Bhestan. There is also canal facilities for irrigation.

23. Kathor. (Taluka:Kamrej, District: Surat)
This village is big and a 1000 year old village of our Vohra Muslim Community. Kathor lies on the bank of the river Tapi. It is 2 km away from National Highway road. The population of this village is 17000 of which the muslim population is 5000. There are Schools, High Schools, Madrasa in this village. Other facilities like Dispensery, Post Office and Telephones are also available in this village. There are many trusts like Medical Trust, Kathor Sunni Jamat trust, Kathor Madrasa Anjuman Trust, Dar ul Ullum Trust established to help the needy and poor people. Many of the community people are settled abroad. This village is developed.
24. Kim. (District: Surat)
It is a small town that lies on the western railwayline. It is also a Railway station. It is 3 km away from National Highway No.8. This town is connected with all surrounding villages by road. All essential facilities are available in this town.

25. Kosad. (Taluka:Chauriyasi,District: Surat)
It is a big village with a population of more than 10,000. Of these muslims constitute 1000. Agriculture is main occupation. There is canal facility for irrigation purpose. Few of the villagers are also settled abroad.

26. Kholwad. (Taluka:Kamrej, District: Surat) This village lies on National Highway no 8. The population of this village is 8000. Of this Muslim population is 3000. Agriculture is main occupation. There is also canal facility for irrigation. Many people are settled abroad. Many essential facilities are also available. Many people are also engaged in welfare work.

27. Tadkeshwar. (Taluka:Mandvi, District:Surat)
In the year AD.1001, there was a ruler, King Bhimdev who ruled Gujarat. At that time this village was recognized as Bhimnagar. In AD.1025, Turkish Soldiers had captured this village and named it Taddkeshwad. In the year 1100 many Rajputs converted themselves to Islam. The Muslim population at is around 6000. Of them Vohra population is 3000. All essential facilities are available in this village. It lies on the state road and 5 km away from Kim Railway station and National Highway no.8. Many Muslims are settled abroad. There is a big Dar-ul-ulum Madrasa in the village. Main occupation is agriculture. People of different caste are also settled here.

28. Nani Naroli. (Taluka:Mangrol, District:Surat)
This is a big village. Total population is 4000 and Muslims constitute 50%. Main occupation is agriculture. There is a Dar-ul-ulum Madrasa in this village.

29. Dabhel. (District: Navsari)
Total population is around 5000 and Muslims constitute 50%. This village is connected with Surat District villages and Navsari District villages by road. Agriculture is main occupation. Some people of this village is settled abroad. There is an Anjuman e Islam Dhabel Trust for helping the Vohra community and for religious education.

30. Navsari.
It is a town that lies on the bank of river Purna. It was established 2000 years ago and was a port in AD.150. During that time there were 9 ponds in this town, hence it was named as Navsari. History also says that Iranians were settled here before as they liked the atmosphere. During the Muslim rule a lot of wealth was amassed in this town. From AD.1304 to AD.1700 there was Mughal rule in this town. Shivaji then captured Navsari and established Maratha rule. Later Gaikwad established their rule in AD.1719 and also introduced the Nagar Palika through election for its development. The total population of this town is 1,30,000. All essential facilities like Transport, Hospitals, Colleges, School, Madrasa, Mosques, Telephone to Railway Station are available. People of different faith reside in this town. Navsari is prosperous in all sectors.

31. Rander. (Taluka:Chauriyasi, District:Surat)
Rander is a small and old town situated at the bank of the river Tapi. This town is situated 2 km away from Surat. It is also known as ‘City of Mosques’. During the rule of Shanprat in AD.200 many Jain Temples were built in Rander. There was some historic belief that Rander was an important port of Western Hind. The business was also done with Arab, Miser, Sudan and other western countries through Rander Port.
32. Sayan. (Taluka:Olpad, District: Surat)
Sayan is a big village and it lies on the Western Railway line. The total population of this village is about 12000. Muslims constitute around 1200. This village is connected to other villages by road. It is 6 km away from Nationnal Highway No.8. All essential facilities are available in this village. Main occupation is agriculture and Business. It is a developed village.

33. Surat:
Surat is one of the main city of Gujarat. It is famous for textile industries and precious stones work in the world. It lies on the bank of the river Tapi. It is a center for all surrounding and nearby villages and towns. Surat is also called Nabob city of India. The total population of the city is 30,00,000. The Sunni Vohra Community is around 10,000. Many Muslims came to Surat from different villages and other places and settled here. All type of essential facilities are available here. Our Institution like the Vohra Welfare Society , Vohra Society, Charitable Trusts, Sports club, Colleges, Schools, Hospitals and religious education, Madrasa are doing their activities in Surat. Many of the community people are settled abroad.

34. Mota Varachha. (Taluka:Chauriyasi, District: Surat)
This village was famous by the name ‘Bada Acchha’. When King Muhammed Begda was passing with his military through this village, he took the drinking water from here and drank. So he and his military narrated ‘Bada Acchha’. This word ‘Bada Acchha’ slowly frictioned and turned into Mota Varachha. The total population of this village is 12,000. Muslims constitute 500-600 in numbers. The railway station Utran is 3 km away. Agriculture is the main occupation. There is also canal facility for irrigation. The village is connected with Kathor, Surat, Sayan, and other surrounding village by road. All essential facilities are available in this village. Many of the villagers are settled abroad. The insititution ‘Mota Varachha Mehfil e Islam was established in AD.1905. This institution runs Madrasas, School, Water works and coaching classes under its name.

35. Bardoli. (District:Surat)
This town lies on the bank of the river Midhora. It is a historical place. Total population of this town is around 60,000. Muslims are around 5000. Main occupation is agriculture, trading and services. All types of essential facilities are available here. It is also a Railway station on the Central line. There is a famous Kedar Temple which is 2 km away from this town. Welfare institutions are also there to help the poor and the needy.

Details of few villages of South Division.

36. Alipore. (Taluka:Chikhli, District:Navsari)
This village was established by one of the Muslim Maulana in AD.130. This village lies on the National Highway no.8. It is connected to all nearby villages of Navsari by road. It is 1 km away from Chikhli Railway station. Total population is 8000 of which Muslims constitute 50%. Many people of the village are settled abroad. All essential facilities are available in this village. Hindus and Muslims reside here in unity. All the village people are giving respect to every visitors who come from outside. This village is famous for the Milk Dairy established by the Milk Product Association.

37. Itarwa. (Taluka:Parsara, District:Surat)
Itarwa is a small village with a population of 1000. Muslims constitute 50% of them. Main occupation is agriculture. All the essential services are available here. Some of the villagers are also settled abroad.

38. Chasa. (Taluka:Chikhali, District:Navsari)
The total population of this village is 2000. Muslims constitute 600. The main occupation is agriculture and business. There is canal facility for irrigation. Many of the people of this village are settled abroad.

39. Billimora. (Taluka:Gandevi, District:Navsari)
Total population of this village is 1,50,000. Muslims constitute 5,000. There are facilities like Schools, Colleges, I.T.I., Madrasa and other services. There is also a Railway Station. Main occupation of the people is agriculture and business/services.

40. Maroli. (District:Navsari)
This village is far away from National Highway no 8. The total population of this village is 8000. Muslims constitute around 100 only. There are facilities for education. This village is connected by Bus route with all surrounding village. Main occupation is agriculture.

41. Lakhawadi. (Taluka:Wansada, District:Navsari)
The total population of this village is 1700. Muslim population is only 20. This village is connected with Navsari, Billimoria and other villages by routes. Main occupation of this village is agriculture. There is also canal facility. This village is underdeveloped.

42. Manekpore. (Taluka:Chikhli, District:Navsari)
The population of this village is 2500. Muslims constitute around 1200. Main occupation is agriculture. This village also has canal for irrigation. It is also connected with other villages by bus route. All essential facilities like Bank, Telephone, Dispenseries are available. Many of the villagers are settled abroad.

43. Wanshada. (District: Navsari)
This village is a Taluka and is a center of other villages. It is connected with other villages by road. It is away from Navsari Railway Station. Total population is 12000. Muslims are about 2000. There are facilities like Schools, Colleges and Madrasa. Other Services like Dispenseries, Telephone, Post Office are also available. Main occupation is business and agriculture.

44. Veshma. (District:Navsair)
Total population is 1500. Muslims are about 700. Main occupation is agriculture. Canal facility is also available for irrigation. This village lies on the National Highway. There is good facility of transport. All essential facilities like Schools, colleges, Dispenseries, Madrasa, Telephone and Banks are present. Many of the villagers are settled abroad.

45. Samrod. (Taluka: Chauriyasi, District:Navsari)
Total population is 950. Muslims are only 50. Main occupation is agriculture. It is away from the Highway and the Railway Station. This village is connected to Navsari by road. There are services like Telephone, Banks, High Schools and colleges. Many of the Vohras are settled abroad.

46. Simlak. (District: Navsari)
The population of this village is 2000 of which Vohra population is 600. Main occupation is agriculture. There is canal facility for agriculture. It is connected with the National Highway. Bus facility is also available. There is no facility of Banks, Colleges or Dispenseries. Simlak Trust is run by Vohra Muslims to help poor and needy people. Many people are settled abroad. Eslahul Banat Madrasa for girls is a famous Madrasa and lies in this village.

Institutions
Boarding Houses of Surti Vohras
Co-operative Boards of Surti Vohras
Education Institutes of Surti Vohras
Schools and High Schools of Surti Vohra Community
Sporting Clubs of Surti Vohras


BOARDING HOUSES OF SURTI VOHRAS
1. S. M. Badat Resedential High School, Kondh
2. Madresa High School, Kathor
3. K. I. Madresa Trust, Mangrol
4. K. I. Madresa Girls Hostel, Mangrol
5. M. M. P. High School, Rander
6. Madresa High School, Bardoli

CO-OPERATIVE BOARDS OF SURTI VOHRAS
1. Aankrod Milk Co-operative Board, Ankrod
2. Khedut (farmer) Co-operative Society, Umerwada
3. Karmali Milk Co-operative Society, Karmali
4. Kosamba Khedut Co-operative Society, Kosmba
5. Kharod Co-operative Society Ltd., Kharod
6. Chanetha milk Product Co-operative Society, Chanetha
7. Seva Sahkari Mandli, Bhadi
8. Milk Product Co-operative Society, Mangrol
9. Milk Product Co-operative Society, Tadkeshwar
10. Milk Product Co-operative Society, Kangwai
11. Milk Product Co-operative Society, Kankaria
12. Milk Product Co-operative Society, Bhoriya
13. The Alipore Co-operative Society, Alipore

EDUCATION INSTITUTES OF SURTI VOHRAS
1. The Surti Sunni Vohra Education Society, Surat
2. Majlishe Khudamuddin, Simlak Dist: Navsari
3. Gujarat Dinitalim Board, Kosamba
4. The Young Surti Sunni Vohra Welfare Society, Surat
5. Madni Daruttarbiayal, Karmali Taluka: Ankleshwar
6. Jamia Islamiah Uloom, Akkal Kuwa

HOSPITAL – DISPENSARY OF SURTI VOHRAS
1. Charitable Hospital, Kosamba
2. Kosamba General Hospital, Kosamba
3. Kathor Medical Trust, Kathor
4. Haji M. Lockhat Hospital, Surat
5. Bana Charitable Dispensary, Tadkeshwar
6. Haji Azam Pipadrawala Hospital, Rander
7. The Muslim Welfare Society Dispensary, Bardoli
8. Sarvajanic Dispensary, Variav
9. Alipore Social Welfare Trust Dispensary, Alipore
10. Muslim Charitable Trust, Etarwa
11. Gardi Charitable Trust, Dabhel

MUSAFIR KHANA OF SURTI VOHRAS
1. Jariwala Musafirkhana, Ankleshwar
2. Musafir Khana Sayan, Sayan
3. Gardi Musafir Khana, Navsari
4. Botawala Musafir Khana, Surat
5. Turava Musafir Khana, Surat
6. Botawala Senitorians, Hajira
7. Botawala Musafir Khana, Bombay
8. United Family Welfare Trust, Bombay
9. Musafir Khana Khar, Bombay
10. M. E. Gangat Musafir Khana

OUR RELIGIOUS INSTITUTION DARUL ULOOM
1. Darul – Uloom Marfaje Islam
Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch, Established in A.D. 986

2. Jamiah Kassimiah Arbiah, Kharod
Taluka: Ankleshwar, District: Bharuch, Established in A.D. 1982

3. Madrasa – Darul – Uloom Hagganiah, Kathor
District: Surat Established in 1888

4. Madrasa – Anjumane – Islam, Kharod
District: Surat Established in 1890

5. Madrasa Flahe – Dareen, Tadkeshwar
District: Surat, Established in 1930

6. Jamiah Islamiah Esha Alul Uloom, Akkal Kuwa
District: Dhulia, Established in 1980

7. Darul – Uloom Madrasa Ashrafiah Arbiah, Rander
District: Surat, Established in 1870

8. Darul – Uloom Jamia Hussania Mohamediah Arabiah Islamiah, Rander
District: Surat

9. Madrasa Madrasa Islamia Sufibaug, Surat
District: Surat, Established in 1917

10. Darul – Uloom Rampura Madrasa Khadichtul Kubra, Surat {for girls only}
Established in 1982

11. Darul – Uloom Rampura, Surat {for boys only}
Established in 1985

12. Darul – Uloom Hidayatul Islam, Hipore
District: Navsari, Established in 1974

13. Jamiyah Rehmania Khanbhiya, Alipore
District: Navsari ,Established in 1982

14. Darul – Uloom Jamiah Jakaria, Jogwad
District: Navsari, Established in 1983

15. Darul – Uloom Anyesha Siddique, Jogwad
District: Navsari, Established in 1986

16. Jamiyah Islamiah Talimuddin, Dabel
District: Navsari, Established in 1908

17. Madrasa Mijtahul Uloom, Traj
District: Surat, Established in 1923

18. Madrasa Aliyah Islamiyah, Degam
District: Navsari, Established in 1960

19. Madrasa Ziyaul Islam, Makdia, Barolia
District: Navsari, Established in 1992

20. Madrasa Sirajul Uloom, Matwad
District: Navsari, Established in 1972

21. Jamiah Hajatushalihat, Rethawanjia
District: Navsari, Established in 1990

22. Madrasa Islahool Banat, Simlak {for girls only}
District: Navsari

RELIGIOUS/ EDUCATIONAL/ WELFARE TRUST
1. Anjumane Muenal Muslim Trust, Ankleshwar
2. Anjumane Subbanul Muslim Trust, Ravidra
3. Kosamba Sarvajanic Trust, Kosamba
4. Kharod Madresa Trust, Kharod
5. Kararvel Madresa Trust, Navagam Kararvel
6. Kayemul Islam Madresa Trust, Mangrol
7. Mehfile Islam Trust, Mota Varacha
8. Welfare Society, Kholwad
9. S. M. Waqf Trust, Variav
10. Surat Sunni Vohra Trust, Surat
11. The Zanpa Bazar Sunni Kathoria Trust, Surat

SCHOOLS AND HIGH SHCOOLS OF VOHRA COMMUNITY
1. Zenith High School
Taluka: Ankleshwar
District: Bharuch
Established in 1991
2. S. M. Badat Residential High School, “KONDH”
Taluka: Ankleshwar
District: Bharuch
Established in 1988
3. The Kharod Anjuman Sarvajanik High School, Kharod
Taluka: Ankleshwar
District: Bharuch
Established in 1981
4. Diva Madhyamic School, Diva
Taluka: Ankleshwar
District: Bharuch
Established in 1974
5. Payoniar Secondary School, Jitali
Taluka: Ankleshwar
District: Bharuch
Established in 1961
6. The Sarvajanic High School
Taluka: Ankleshwar
District: Bharuch
Established in 1960
7. Kathor Madrasa – E – Anjuman – E – Islam, Kathor
District: Surat
Established in 1889
8. Haji A. M. Motala Sarvajanic High School, Kosamba
District: Surat
Established in 1982
9. M. A. I. High School, Kholwad
District: Surat
Established in 1890
10. Tadkeshwar Vibhag High School, Tadkeshwar
District: Surat
Established in 1959
11. Madresa High School, Bardoli
District: Surat
Established in 1986
12. Nana Naroli Welfare High School, Nani Naroli
District: Surat
Established in 1983
13. Madresa Islamiah High School, Mota Varacha
Taluka: Chawryasi
District: Surat
Established in 1985
14. M. M. Pipardiwala High School, Rander
District: Surat
Established in 1866
15. Kosadia & Bila Khadi Sarvajanic High School, Alipore
District: Navsari
Established in 1947
16. Sarvajanic High School, Kangwai
District: Navsari
Established in 1969
17. Bhattai Vibhag Madhyamic & Prathmic School, Bhattai
District: Navsari
Established in 1970

SPORTING CLUBS OF SURTI VOHRAS
1. Islam Gymkhana, Kathor
2. Kholwad Islam Gymkhana, Kholwad
3. Mehfile Islam Gymkhana, Mota Varacha
4. Rander Islam Gymkhana, Rander
5. Y. M. Cricket Club, Sam Rod
6. Alipore Cricket Club, Alipore

Courtesy:http://www.dadhal-inam.com/html/surti_sunni_vohra.html