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
As per Census 2011, Kuriman Purwa village has a total population of 395 people, consisting of 209 males and 186 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuriman Purwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 395 | 209 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| 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 has a total population of 395, including 209 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Kuriman Purwa?
There are 90 households in Kuriman Purwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kuriman Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuriman Purwa is 57.47%. Male literacy is 70.81% and female literacy is 42.47%.