Surat at a glance
- With about 4.6 million people, Surat is one of the ten biggest cities in India.
- It lies in Gujarat.
- It's about 236 km to Mumbai, the country's largest city.
- Close by: Navsari (30 km), Bārdoli (30 km) and Vijalpor (32 km).
Dating by city / India / Gujarat / Surat
Singles in Surat
Members from Surat and towns within 50 km who make their profile public will appear here.
Where to meet in Surat
In a city the size of Surat, pick a place you can both reach in half an hour: a café near a metro or bus stop, an exhibition, a food market or a walk in a central park. Weekday evenings are quieter than Saturdays.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Questions about dating in Surat
Who can I meet near Surat?
More than 5.6 million people live within 50 km of Surat, in 17 towns and cities including Bilimora, Navsari and Vijalpor. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.
Is there a free dating site in Surat?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Surat or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.
Are the singles around Surat real people?
YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Surat?
Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.