Kurung

Kurung is a village located in Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district in Assam, India. It is situated 39km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhipur (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Goalpara. As per 2009 stats, Dadan is the gram panchayat of Kurung village.

Kurung has its own place in the vibrant Goalpara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kurung

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurung is 282025. The village spans a total geographical area of 137.2 hectares. Lakhipur is nearest town to Kurung village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Kurung

Below is a concise population overview of Kurung as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 557 281 276
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 78 40 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) 27 17 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 178 89 89
Literate Population 384 211 173
Illiterate Population 173 70 103

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurung village:

  • The total population of Kurung village is around 557, including approximately 281 males and 276 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Kurung village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurung village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 178 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurung village is about 68.94%, with male literacy at 75.09% and female literacy at 62.68%.
  • There are around 111 households in Kurung village.

Connectivity of Kurung

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurung. As per the 2011 stats, Kurung had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kurung

Knowing the nearby villages of Kurung helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurung.

Magho Pt Ii Balachari Mogho Hatisila Nahalirvita Fakirmara Pt I Fakirmara Pt Ii Nidanpur Pt Ii Halanga Char N C Bhasani Para Pt I Bhasani Para Pt Ii Nun Khawa Pt I

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurung

Where is Kurung located?
Kurung village is situated in Lakhipur Subdivision, within the Goalpara district of Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurung?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurung is Dadan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kurung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurung is 557, with 281 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Kurung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurung village has a total of 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurung is 68.94%. The male literacy rate is 75.09%, while the female literacy rate is 62.68%.