Kurwai
Kurwai is a village located in Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kumbhraj (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Kanakhedi is the gram panchayat of Kurwai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurwai unique in its vibrant Kumbhraj-Guna region. You’ll see Kurwai’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 Kurwai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurwai is 499665. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.69 hectares. Kumbhraj is nearest town to Kurwai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurwai 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 Chachoura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurwai
Population of Kurwai
According to the 2011 Census, Kurwai has a total population of about 442, with approximately 231 males and 211 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 83 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.18%, with male literacy at about 72.73% and female literacy near 46.45%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurwai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 231 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 33 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 168 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 63 | 113 |
Connectivity of Kurwai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurwai. As per the 2011 stats, Kurwai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurwai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurwai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurwai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurwai
- Where is Kurwai located?
- Kurwai village is situated in Kumbhraj Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurwai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurwai is Kanakhedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kurwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurwai is 442, with 231 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Kurwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurwai village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurwai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurwai is 60.18%. The male literacy rate is 72.73%, while the female literacy rate is 46.45%.