Kirola - Mungaoli, Ashoknagar
Kirola is a village situated in the Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mungaoli and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Kirola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirola is 500672. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150 hectares and falls under the 473443 pincode. Mungaoli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kirola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kirola
As per Census 2011, Kirola village has a total population of 1,421 people, consisting of 739 males and 682 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 665 literate and 756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,421 | 739 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 148 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 91 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 418 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 756 | 321 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Kirola
Kirola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagjiwanpur | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Silawan | West | 1.84 km |
| Karangarh | East | 2.29 km |
| Nagjhir | North | 2.70 km |
| Semar Khedi | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Kathaia | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Nagriya | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Salita | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Jhagar | West | 3.46 km |
| Nasratpur | North-East | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kirola
Kirola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mungaoli, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungaoli to Kirola is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Kirola is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kirola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirola 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 Kirola
Where is Kirola located?
Kirola village is located in Mungaoli Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirola?
Kirola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kirola?
The pincode of Kirola is 473443.
What is the population of Kirola?
Kirola has a total population of 1,421, including 739 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Kirola?
There are 328 households in Kirola.
What is the literacy rate in Kirola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirola is 46.80%. Male literacy is 56.56% and female literacy is 36.22%.