Kurmawan
Kurmawan is a village located in Dobhi subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dobhi (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Kurmawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurmawan unique in its vibrant Dobhi-Gaya region. You’ll see Kurmawan’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 Kurmawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurmawan is 256380. The village spans a total geographical area of 369 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Kurmawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kurmawan
Population of Kurmawan
According to the 2011 Census, Kurmawan has a total population of about 3,852, with approximately 1,958 males and 1,894 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 683 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,544 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 52.08%, with male literacy at about 61.95% and female literacy near 41.87%. There are around 647 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurmawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,852 | 1,958 | 1,894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 683 | 334 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,544 | 772 | 772 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,006 | 1,213 | 793 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,846 | 745 | 1,101 |
Connectivity of Kurmawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurmawan. As per the 2011 stats, Kurmawan 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 Kurmawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurmawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurmawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurmawan
- Where is Kurmawan located?
- Kurmawan village is situated in Dobhi Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurmawan?
- Kurmawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurmawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurmawan is 3,852, with 1,958 males and 1,894 females.
- How many households are there in Kurmawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurmawan village has a total of 647 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurmawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurmawan is 52.08%. The male literacy rate is 61.95%, while the female literacy rate is 41.87%.