Kurrol - Karera, Shivpuri
Kurrol is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Kurrol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurrol is 455681. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 473665 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kurrol 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 Kurrol
As per Census 2011, Kurrol village has a total population of 868 people, consisting of 446 males and 422 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurrol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 868 | 446 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 115 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 413 | 248 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 198 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Kurrol
Kurrol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamhari | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Chhitipur | East | 2.21 km |
| Gochoni | South | 3.06 km |
| Kuthila Marh | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Chausija | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Nimghana | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Pareshwar | South | 4.52 km |
| Kuchlon | East | 4.71 km |
| Masuda | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Dabra Karera | North-West | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurrol
Kurrol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khajraha, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karera to Kurrol is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Kurrol is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurrol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurrol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurrol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurrol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurrol
Where is Kurrol located?
Kurrol village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurrol?
Kurrol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurrol?
The pincode of Kurrol is 473665.
What is the population of Kurrol?
Kurrol has a total population of 868, including 446 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Kurrol?
There are 161 households in Kurrol.
What is the literacy rate in Kurrol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurrol is 47.58%. Male literacy is 55.61% and female literacy is 39.10%.