Kurkuri - Garhani, Bhojpur
Kurkuri is a village situated in the Garhani subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhani and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Kurkuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurkuri is 247514. The village covers a total geographical area of 281 hectares and falls under the 802206 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kurkuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurkuri
As per Census 2011, Kurkuri village has a total population of 3,562 people, consisting of 1,857 males and 1,705 females. The village has 610 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 597 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,983 literate and 1,579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 630 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurkuri are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,983 | 1,267 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,579 | 590 | 989 |
Nearby Villages of Kurkuri
Kurkuri 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 Kurkuri
Public transport in the Kurkuri 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 Arrah to Kurkuri is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurkuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurkuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurkuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurkuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurkuri
Where is Kurkuri located?
Kurkuri village is located in Garhani Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuri?
Kurkuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurkuri?
The pincode of Kurkuri is 802206.
What is the population of Kurkuri?
Kurkuri has a total population of 3,562, including 1,857 males and 1,705 females.
How many households are there in Kurkuri?
There are 610 households in Kurkuri.
What is the literacy rate in Kurkuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurkuri is 55.67%. Male literacy is 68.23% and female literacy is 41.99%.