Kurela
Kurela is a village located in Rajnagar tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Rajnagar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kurela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurela unique in its vibrant Rajnagar-Chhatarpur region. You’ll see Kurela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kurela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurela is 457967. The village spans a total geographical area of 672.48 hectares. Rajnagar is nearest town to Kurela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurela
Population of Kurela
According to the 2011 Census, Kurela has a total population of about 1,298, with approximately 681 males and 617 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 353 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 380. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.53%, with male literacy at about 55.95% and female literacy near 31.93%. There are around 298 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 681 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 117 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 190 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 380 | 189 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 381 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 300 | 420 |
Connectivity of Kurela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurela. As per the 2011 stats, Kurela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurela
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurela
- Where is Kurela located?
- Kurela village is situated in Rajnagar Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurela?
- Kurela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurela is 1,298, with 681 males and 617 females.
- How many households are there in Kurela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurela village has a total of 298 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurela is 44.53%. The male literacy rate is 55.95%, while the female literacy rate is 31.93%.