Kourawad - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kourawad is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Hanumantya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kourawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kourawad is 476589. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.39 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kourawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kourawad
As per Census 2011, Kourawad village has a total population of 1,117 people, consisting of 585 males and 532 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 660 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kourawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,117 | 585 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 132 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 411 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 174 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Kourawad
Kourawad 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 Kourawad
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kourawad. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kourawad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Kourawad is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kourawad is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kourawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kourawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kourawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kourawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kourawad
Where is Kourawad located?
Kourawad village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kourawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Kourawad is Hanumantya.
What is the pincode of Kourawad?
The pincode of Kourawad is 451115.
What is the population of Kourawad?
Kourawad has a total population of 1,117, including 585 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Kourawad?
There are 268 households in Kourawad.
What is the literacy rate in Kourawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kourawad is 59.09%. Male literacy is 70.26% and female literacy is 46.80%.