Kurwad - Shadhora, Ashoknagar
Kurwad is a village situated in the Shadhora tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shadhora and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Bhensarwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurwad is 500606. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 473330 pincode. Ashoknagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kurwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurwad
According to the 2011 Census, Kurwad village had a total population of 27 people, including 16 males and 11 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 688 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 41.67% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Kurwad
Kurwad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kurwad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kurwad. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kurwad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashoknagar to Kurwad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurwad 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 Kurwad
Where is Kurwad located?
Kurwad village is located in Shadhora Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurwad is Bhensarwas.
What is the pincode of Kurwad?
The pincode of Kurwad is 473330.
What is the population of Kurwad?
Kurwad had a total population of 27, including 16 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Kurwad?
Kurwad had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurwad was 33.33%. Male literacy was 41.67% and female literacy was 22.22%.