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
As per Census 2011, Kurachor Kalan village has a total population of 148 people, consisting of 79 males and 69 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 52 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurachor Kalan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 148, including 79 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Kurachor Kalan?
There are 33 households in Kurachor Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Kurachor Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurachor Kalan is 35.14%. Male literacy is 40.51% and female literacy is 28.99%.