Khiriya Punawali - Karera, Shivpuri
Khiriya Punawali is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Khiriapunawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiriya Punawali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiriya Punawali is 455693. The village covers a total geographical area of 917.81 hectares and falls under the 473660 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khiriya Punawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khiriya Punawali
As per Census 2011, Khiriya Punawali village has a total population of 1,333 people, consisting of 722 males and 611 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 762 literate and 571 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khiriya Punawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,333 | 722 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 104 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 126 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 762 | 489 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 233 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Khiriya Punawali
Khiriya Punawali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dabra Dinara | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Jargawan Abbal | North | 2.72 km |
| Damron Khurd | South | 3.03 km |
| Bagroda | West | 3.89 km |
| Utwaha | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Salaiya Damron | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Baisora Khurd | South | 4.26 km |
| Semra | North-West | 4.57 km |
| Sahriya | East | 4.63 km |
| Ramnagar | West | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khiriya Punawali
Khiriya Punawali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bijauli, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Karera to Khiriya Punawali is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Khiriya Punawali is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiriya Punawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiriya Punawali 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 Khiriya Punawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiriya Punawali 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 Khiriya Punawali
Where is Khiriya Punawali located?
Khiriya Punawali village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiriya Punawali?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiriya Punawali is Khiriapunawali.
What is the pincode of Khiriya Punawali?
The pincode of Khiriya Punawali is 473660.
What is the population of Khiriya Punawali?
Khiriya Punawali has a total population of 1,333, including 722 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Khiriya Punawali?
There are 253 households in Khiriya Punawali.
What is the literacy rate in Khiriya Punawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiriya Punawali is 57.16%. Male literacy is 67.73% and female literacy is 44.68%.