Kuriman Purwa - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Kuriman Purwa is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Hajipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuriman Purwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuriman Purwa is 457469. The village covers a total geographical area of 571.59 hectares and falls under the 471510 pincode. Chandla is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kuriman Purwa 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 Kuriman Purwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kuriman Purwa village had a total population of 395 people, including 209 males and 186 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.42%, with male literacy at 85.06% and female literacy at 51.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 395 | 209 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 148 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 61 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Kuriman Purwa
Kuriman Purwa 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 Kuriman Purwa
Kuriman Purwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandla to Kuriman Purwa is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Kuriman Purwa is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuriman Purwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuriman Purwa 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 Kuriman Purwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuriman Purwa 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 Kuriman Purwa
Where is Kuriman Purwa located?
Kuriman Purwa village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuriman Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuriman Purwa is Hajipur.
What is the pincode of Kuriman Purwa?
The pincode of Kuriman Purwa is 471510.
What is the population of Kuriman Purwa?
Kuriman Purwa had a total population of 395, including 209 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Kuriman Purwa?
Kuriman Purwa had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuriman Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuriman Purwa was 69.42%. Male literacy was 85.06% and female literacy was 51.63%.