Churyari - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Churyari is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Churyari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churyari is 457485. The village covers a total geographical area of 1255.34 hectares and falls under the 471525 pincode. Banda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Churyari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churyari
As per Census 2011, Churyari village has a total population of 2,299 people, consisting of 1,254 males and 1,045 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,229 literate and 1,070 illiterate residents. Additionally, 699 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churyari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,299 | 1,254 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 208 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 699 | 384 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 778 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 476 | 594 |
Nearby Villages of Churyari
Churyari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadurpur | South | 2.57 km |
| Hanukheda | North | 2.60 km |
| Gahbara | West | 3.75 km |
| Nadauta | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Malpur | South | 4.06 km |
| Rajaura | South | 4.91 km |
| Kishunpur | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Padariya | East | 5.27 km |
| Kalyanpur | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Sarwai | South-East | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Churyari
Churyari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mataundh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banda to Churyari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Churyari is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churyari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Churyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churyari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Churyari
Where is Churyari located?
Churyari village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churyari?
Churyari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Churyari?
The pincode of Churyari is 471525.
What is the population of Churyari?
Churyari has a total population of 2,299, including 1,254 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Churyari?
There are 371 households in Churyari.
What is the literacy rate in Churyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churyari is 53.46%. Male literacy is 62.04% and female literacy is 43.16%.