Kurwa
Kurwa is a village located in Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Forbesganj (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Musahari is the gram panchayat of Kurwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurwa unique in its vibrant Forbesganj-Araria region. You’ll see Kurwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kurwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurwa is 221555. The village spans a total geographical area of 114 hectares. Farbisganj is nearest town to Kurwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kurwa
Population of Kurwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kurwa has a total population of about 900, with approximately 463 males and 437 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 38 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.89%, with male literacy at about 64.36% and female literacy near 44.85%. There are around 180 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 900 | 463 | 437 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 85 | 81 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 494 | 298 | 196 |
Illiterate Population | 406 | 165 | 241 |
Connectivity of Kurwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kurwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurwa
- Where is Kurwa located?
- Kurwa village is situated in Forbesganj Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurwa is Musahari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurwa is 900, with 463 males and 437 females.
- How many households are there in Kurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurwa village has a total of 180 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurwa is 54.89%. The male literacy rate is 64.36%, while the female literacy rate is 44.85%.