Kalaryai - Kurwai, Vidisha
Kalaryai is a village situated in the Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurwai and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Jhagariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalaryai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalaryai is 480981. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.47 hectares and falls under the 464224 pincode. Kurwai is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kalaryai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalaryai
As per Census 2011, Kalaryai village has a total population of 245 people, consisting of 126 males and 119 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalaryai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 245 | 126 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 98 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 28 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kalaryai
Kalaryai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karampur | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Sarkhandi | West | 1.25 km |
| Adalpur | South | 2.18 km |
| Parasari | West | 2.39 km |
| Kachhi Kumhariya | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Bhonrasa | East | 2.54 km |
| Semra Shahpur | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Tamoiya | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Jhaganiya | South | 3.08 km |
| Kankar | North-East | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalaryai
Kalaryai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kurwai Kethora, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurwai to Kalaryai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Kalaryai is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalaryai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalaryai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalaryai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalaryai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalaryai
Where is Kalaryai located?
Kalaryai village is located in Kurwai Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalaryai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalaryai is Jhagariya.
What is the pincode of Kalaryai?
The pincode of Kalaryai is 464224.
What is the population of Kalaryai?
Kalaryai has a total population of 245, including 126 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Kalaryai?
There are 59 households in Kalaryai.
What is the literacy rate in Kalaryai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalaryai is 68.98%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 59.66%.