Chirauna - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Chirauna is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Veerpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirauna is 456229. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.6 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chirauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chirauna
According to the 2011 Census, Chirauna village had a total population of 527 people, including 297 males and 230 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 774 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.73%, with male literacy at 83.54% and female literacy at 48.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
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 | 527 | 297 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 54 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 104 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 203 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 94 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Chirauna
Chirauna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kutawali | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Birpur | North | 2.35 km |
| Daviya Jagan | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Badanpur | South | 3.84 km |
| Nagrela | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Labheda | North | 4.99 km |
| Gajaura | East | 5.15 km |
| Rahi | West | 5.27 km |
| Kumharra | South | 5.52 km |
| Daviya Kalan | South-East | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirauna
Chirauna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basai, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pichhore to Chirauna is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Chirauna is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirauna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chirauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirauna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chirauna
Where is Chirauna located?
Chirauna village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chirauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirauna is Veerpur.
What is the pincode of Chirauna?
The pincode of Chirauna is 473995.
What is the population of Chirauna?
Chirauna had a total population of 527, including 297 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Chirauna?
Chirauna had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirauna was 67.73%. Male literacy was 83.54% and female literacy was 48.22%.