Kurryai - Kurwai, Vidisha
Kurryai is a village situated in the Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurwai and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Chhirkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurryai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurryai is 480962. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.06 hectares and falls under the 464224 pincode. Kurwai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kurryai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurryai
As per Census 2011, Kurryai village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 238 males and 188 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 789 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 171 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurryai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 238 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 97 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 162 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 76 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Kurryai
Kurryai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhi Jagir | West | 1.84 km |
| Nipaniya | East | 1.93 km |
| Imaliya | South | 1.93 km |
| Semra Jagir | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Nehpipariya | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Chheerkheda | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Barri | East | 3.07 km |
| Karai Berkhedi | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Dhuwa | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Narkheda Tal | West | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurryai
Kurryai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 95.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kurwai to Kurryai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Kurryai is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurryai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurryai 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 Kurryai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurryai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurryai
Where is Kurryai located?
Kurryai village is located in Kurwai Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurryai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurryai is Chhirkheda.
What is the pincode of Kurryai?
The pincode of Kurryai is 464224.
What is the population of Kurryai?
Kurryai has a total population of 426, including 238 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Kurryai?
There are 98 households in Kurryai.
What is the literacy rate in Kurryai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurryai is 60.33%. Male literacy is 68.07% and female literacy is 50.53%.