Kurawan
Kurawan is a village located in Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shamgarh (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Mandsaur. As per 2009 stats, Kurawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurawan unique in its vibrant Shamgarh-Mandsaur region. You’ll see Kurawan’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 Kurawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurawan is 469496. The village spans a total geographical area of 1310.94 hectares. Shamgarh is nearest town to Kurawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurawan 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 Suwasra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandsour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurawan
Population of Kurawan
According to the 2011 Census, Kurawan has a total population of about 3,239, with approximately 1,652 males and 1,587 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 453 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 245 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.81%, with male literacy at about 71.19% and female literacy near 45.94%. There are around 652 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,239 | 1,652 | 1,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 242 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 132 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,905 | 1,176 | 729 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 476 | 858 |
Connectivity of Kurawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurawan. As per the 2011 stats, Kurawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Kurawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurawan
- Where is Kurawan located?
- Kurawan village is situated in Shamgarh Tehsil, within the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurawan?
- Kurawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurawan is 3,239, with 1,652 males and 1,587 females.
- How many households are there in Kurawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurawan village has a total of 652 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurawan is 58.81%. The male literacy rate is 71.19%, while the female literacy rate is 45.94%.