Kunwarpur - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Kunwarpur is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Kasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunwarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunwarpur is 457388. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.6 hectares and falls under the 471510 pincode. Barigarh is the nearest town.
Kunwarpur 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 Kunwarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kunwarpur village had a total population of 278 people, including 145 males and 133 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.70%, with male literacy at 87.10% and female literacy at 47.17%.
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 | 278 | 145 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 108 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 37 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Kunwarpur
Kunwarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siddhupur | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Kasar | East | 2.18 km |
| Khagraha | North | 2.54 km |
| Biduanpurwa | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Dharampur | East | 4.05 km |
| Chauhani | North | 4.07 km |
| Bamhori Purwa | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Dhawari | North | 4.42 km |
| Kiwlaha | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Bajrangpur | North | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunwarpur
Kunwarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chithari Halt, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chhatarpur to Kunwarpur is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunwarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunwarpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kunwarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunwarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunwarpur
Where is Kunwarpur located?
Kunwarpur village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kunwarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunwarpur is Kasar.
What is the pincode of Kunwarpur?
The pincode of Kunwarpur is 471510.
What is the population of Kunwarpur?
Kunwarpur had a total population of 278, including 145 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Kunwarpur?
Kunwarpur had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunwarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunwarpur was 68.70%. Male literacy was 87.10% and female literacy was 47.17%.