Kurwasa
Kurwasa is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Nawani is the gram panchayat of Kurwasa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurwasa unique in its vibrant Chanderi-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Kurwasa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kurwasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurwasa is 500260. The village spans a total geographical area of 674.73 hectares. Chanderi is nearest town to Kurwasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurwasa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurwasa
Population of Kurwasa
According to the 2011 Census, Kurwasa has a total population of about 882, with approximately 460 males and 422 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 164 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 235 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 435. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.32%, with male literacy at about 46.30% and female literacy near 29.62%. There are around 208 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurwasa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | 460 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 85 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 120 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 231 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 213 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 247 | 297 |
Connectivity of Kurwasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurwasa. As per the 2011 stats, Kurwasa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Kurwasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurwasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurwasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurwasa
- Where is Kurwasa located?
- Kurwasa village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurwasa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurwasa is Nawani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kurwasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurwasa is 882, with 460 males and 422 females.
- How many households are there in Kurwasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurwasa village has a total of 208 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurwasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurwasa is 38.32%. The male literacy rate is 46.30%, while the female literacy rate is 29.62%.