Kudainiya (Sherwa) - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Kudainiya (Sherwa) is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Kurainia - 1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kudainiya (Sherwa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kudainiya (Sherwa) is 503554. The village covers a total geographical area of 391.36 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Kudainiya (Sherwa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kudainiya (Sherwa)
According to the 2011 Census, Kudainiya (Sherwa) village had a total population of 1,242 people, including 655 males and 587 females, living in 257 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.28%, with male literacy at 71.93% and female literacy at 48.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 909.
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 | 1,242 | 655 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 117 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 909 | 473 | 436 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 387 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 628 | 268 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Kudainiya (Sherwa)
Kudainiya (Sherwa) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barbatola (suda) | West | 1.47 km |
| Amlihawa | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Butwa (batuwa) | East | 2.49 km |
| Baudihar | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Khamaniya (khamhaniya) | West | 3.03 km |
| Suda | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Kapurdehi | South | 4.47 km |
| Dar | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Sulkhan Khurd | West | 5.00 km |
| Kushhaniya | North | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kudainiya (Sherwa)
Kudainiya (Sherwa) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karaila Road Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Kudainiya (Sherwa) is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kudainiya (Sherwa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kudainiya (Sherwa) 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 Kudainiya (Sherwa)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kudainiya (Sherwa) 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 Kudainiya (Sherwa)
Where is Kudainiya (Sherwa) located?
Kudainiya (Sherwa) village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kudainiya (Sherwa)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kudainiya (Sherwa) is Kurainia - 1.
What is the pincode of Kudainiya (Sherwa)?
The pincode of Kudainiya (Sherwa) is 486882.
What is the population of Kudainiya (Sherwa)?
Kudainiya (Sherwa) had a total population of 1,242, including 655 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Kudainiya (Sherwa)?
Kudainiya (Sherwa) had 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kudainiya (Sherwa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kudainiya (Sherwa) was 61.28%. Male literacy was 71.93% and female literacy was 48.92%.