Kurai - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Kurai is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Panathawari Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurai is 495377. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.46 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Kurai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurai
According to the 2011 Census, Kurai village had a total population of 730 people, including 355 males and 375 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.24%, with male literacy at 51.79% and female literacy at 42.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 517.
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 | 730 | 355 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 517 | 254 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 159 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 196 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Kurai
Kurai 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 Kurai
Kurai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chhindwara to Kurai is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurai 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kurai
Where is Kurai located?
Kurai village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurai is Panathawari Mal.
What is the pincode of Kurai?
The pincode of Kurai is 480111.
What is the population of Kurai?
Kurai had a total population of 730, including 355 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Kurai?
Kurai had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurai was 47.24%. Male literacy was 51.79% and female literacy was 42.99%.