Kirraya - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Kirraya is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Lidhora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirraya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirraya is 500176. The village covers a total geographical area of 689.26 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kirraya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kirraya
As per Census 2011, Kirraya village has a total population of 395 people, consisting of 201 males and 194 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirraya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 395 | 201 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 69 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 132 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Kirraya
Kirraya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pahadpur | North-West | 0.83 km |
| Mohanpur Chanderi | East | 2.28 km |
| Didawani | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Naroni | North | 3.39 km |
| Budhi Chanderi | South | 3.40 km |
| Pagra | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Lidhora Munjapta | West | 4.00 km |
| Godhan | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Khairoda | North | 5.12 km |
| Nidanpur | South-East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kirraya
Public transport in the Kirraya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dailwara, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 133.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanderi to Kirraya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Kirraya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirraya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirraya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kirraya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirraya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kirraya
Where is Kirraya located?
Kirraya village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirraya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirraya is Lidhora.
What is the pincode of Kirraya?
The pincode of Kirraya is 473446.
What is the population of Kirraya?
Kirraya has a total population of 395, including 201 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Kirraya?
There are 98 households in Kirraya.
What is the literacy rate in Kirraya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirraya is 32.41%. Male literacy is 34.33% and female literacy is 30.41%.