Churi Kalan - Harrai, Chhindwara
Churi Kalan is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Churikhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churi Kalan is 494119. The village covers a total geographical area of 887.97 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Churi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Churi Kalan
As per Census 2011, Churi Kalan village has a total population of 295 people, consisting of 141 males and 154 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churi Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 295 | 141 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 128 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 78 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Churi Kalan
Churi Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajarwani | East | 2.42 km |
| Matiya | North | 3.22 km |
| Salebaru | South | 3.40 km |
| Dhokheda | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Mohriya | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Malpani | West | 3.99 km |
| Siyajhiri | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Deori | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Madopani | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Balbudi | North | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Churi Kalan
Churi Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karapgaon, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.6 km.
| 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 Harrai to Churi Kalan is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Churi Kalan is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churi Kalan 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 Churi Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churi Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Churi Kalan
Where is Churi Kalan located?
Churi Kalan village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Churi Kalan is Churikhurd.
What is the pincode of Churi Kalan?
The pincode of Churi Kalan is 480224.
What is the population of Churi Kalan?
Churi Kalan has a total population of 295, including 141 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Churi Kalan?
There are 63 households in Churi Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Churi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churi Kalan is 37.29%. Male literacy is 44.68% and female literacy is 30.52%.