Kurula Kotia - Sibsagar, Sivasagar
Kurula Kotia is a village situated in the Sibsagar subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sibsagar and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Rongpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurula Kotia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurula Kotia is 292630. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.82 hectares and falls under the 785697 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kurula Kotia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sivasagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurula Kotia
According to the 2011 Census, Kurula Kotia village had a total population of 1,354 people, including 679 males and 675 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.74%, with male literacy at 98.55% and female literacy at 92.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 1,354 | 679 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,190 | 612 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 67 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Kurula Kotia
Kurula Kotia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kurula Kotia
Public transport in the Kurula Kotia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sibsagar to Kurula Kotia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Kurula Kotia is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurula Kotia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurula Kotia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurula Kotia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurula Kotia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurula Kotia
Where is Kurula Kotia located?
Kurula Kotia village is located in Sibsagar Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurula Kotia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurula Kotia is Rongpur.
What is the pincode of Kurula Kotia?
The pincode of Kurula Kotia is 785697.
What is the population of Kurula Kotia?
Kurula Kotia had a total population of 1,354, including 679 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Kurula Kotia?
Kurula Kotia had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurula Kotia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurula Kotia was 95.74%. Male literacy was 98.55% and female literacy was 92.93%.