Kurkuri
Kurkuri is a village located in Garhani subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Garhani (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Kurkuri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurkuri unique in its vibrant Garhani-Bhojpur region. You’ll see Kurkuri’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 Kurkuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkuri is 247514. The village spans a total geographical area of 281 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802203. Arrah is nearest town to Kurkuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Kurkuri
Population of Kurkuri
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkuri has a total population of about 3,562, with approximately 1,857 males and 1,705 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 597 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 630 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 55.67%, with male literacy at about 68.23% and female literacy near 41.99%. There are around 610 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurkuri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,562 | 1,857 | 1,705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 334 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 630 | 332 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,983 | 1,267 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,579 | 590 | 989 |
Connectivity of Kurkuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkuri. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkuri 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurkuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkuri
- Where is Kurkuri located?
- Kurkuri village is situated in Garhani Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuri?
- Kurkuri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kurkuri?
- The pincode of Kurkuri is 802203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurkuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkuri is 3,562, with 1,857 males and 1,705 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkuri village has a total of 610 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkuri is 55.67%. The male literacy rate is 68.23%, while the female literacy rate is 41.99%.