Kurwai Kasba - Kurwai, Vidisha
Kurwai Kasba is a village situated in the Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurwai and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Jargunva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurwai Kasba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurwai Kasba is 481136. The village covers a total geographical area of 1744 hectares and falls under the 464224 pincode. Kurwai is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kurwai Kasba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurwai Kasba
According to the 2011 Census, Kurwai Kasba village had a total population of 281 people, including 152 males and 129 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.53%, with male literacy at 71.54% and female literacy at 41.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 281.
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 | 281 | 152 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 152 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 88 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 64 | 90 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurwai Kasba
Kurwai Kasba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kurwai Kasba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kurwai Kasba is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Kurwai Kasba is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurwai Kasba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurwai Kasba 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 Kurwai Kasba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurwai Kasba 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kurwai Kasba
Where is Kurwai Kasba located?
Kurwai Kasba village is located in Kurwai Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurwai Kasba?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurwai Kasba is Jargunva.
What is the pincode of Kurwai Kasba?
The pincode of Kurwai Kasba is 464224.
What is the population of Kurwai Kasba?
Kurwai Kasba had a total population of 281, including 152 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Kurwai Kasba?
Kurwai Kasba had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurwai Kasba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurwai Kasba was 58.53%. Male literacy was 71.54% and female literacy was 41.49%.