Kurachor Kalan - Karahal, Sheopur
Kurachor Kalan is a village situated in the Karahal tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karahal and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Based serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurachor Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurachor Kalan is 451893. The village covers a total geographical area of 1647 hectares and falls under the 476355 pincode. Sheopur is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Kurachor Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurachor Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kurachor Kalan village had a total population of 148 people, including 79 males and 69 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.43%, with male literacy at 55.17% and female literacy at 37.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 47 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Kurachor Kalan
Kurachor Kalan 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 Kurachor Kalan
Kurachor Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheopur to Kurachor Kalan is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurachor Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurachor 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 Kurachor 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 Kurachor Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurachor Kalan
Where is Kurachor Kalan located?
Kurachor Kalan village is located in Karahal Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurachor Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurachor Kalan is Based.
What is the pincode of Kurachor Kalan?
The pincode of Kurachor Kalan is 476355.
What is the population of Kurachor Kalan?
Kurachor Kalan had a total population of 148, including 79 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Kurachor Kalan?
Kurachor Kalan had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurachor Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurachor Kalan was 46.43%. Male literacy was 55.17% and female literacy was 37.04%.