Thuriya
Thuriya is a village located in Kannod tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kannod (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Dewas. As per 2009 stats, Thuriya village is also a gram panchayat.
Thuriya has its own place in the vibrant Dewas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Thuriya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thuriya is 473732. The village spans a total geographical area of 2187.45 hectares. Kannod is nearest town to Thuriya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Thuriya 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 Khategaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vidisha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Thuriya
Population of Thuriya
Below is a concise population overview of Thuriya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,627 | 1,343 | 1,284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 457 | 239 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 216 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,178 | 613 | 565 |
| Literate Population | 1,189 | 722 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,438 | 621 | 817 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thuriya village:
- The total population of Thuriya village is around 2,627, including approximately 1,343 males and 1,284 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 457 children aged 0–6 years in Thuriya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Thuriya village has 442 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,178 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Thuriya village is about 45.26%, with male literacy at 53.76% and female literacy at 36.37%.
- There are around 591 households in Thuriya village.
Connectivity of Thuriya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thuriya. As per the 2011 stats, Thuriya 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 |
Nearby Villages of Thuriya
Knowing the nearby villages of Thuriya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thuriya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thuriya
- Where is Thuriya located?
- Thuriya village is situated in Kannod Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thuriya?
- Thuriya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Thuriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thuriya is 2,627, with 1,343 males and 1,284 females.
- How many households are there in Thuriya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thuriya village has a total of 591 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thuriya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thuriya is 45.26%. The male literacy rate is 53.76%, while the female literacy rate is 36.37%.