Kurkihar

Kurkihar is a village located in Wazirganj subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Wazirganj (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Kurkihar village is also a gram panchayat.

Kurkihar has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kurkihar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkihar is 256797. The village spans a total geographical area of 423 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Kurkihar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.

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Population of Kurkihar

Below is a concise population overview of Kurkihar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,268 2,115 2,153
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 751 388 363
Scheduled Castes (SC) 816 418 398
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,213 1,293 920
Illiterate Population 2,055 822 1,233

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurkihar village:

  • The total population of Kurkihar village is around 4,268, including approximately 2,115 males and 2,153 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 751 children aged 0–6 years in Kurkihar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurkihar village has 816 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kurkihar village is about 51.85%, with male literacy at 61.13% and female literacy at 42.73%.
  • There are around 689 households in Kurkihar village.

Connectivity of Kurkihar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkihar. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkihar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kurkihar

Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkihar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkihar.

Dhandhar Khanpur Sikandarpur Rengana Malikpur Uman Bigha Naudiha Khurd Naudiha Kalan Pura Partabpur Dasrathpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkihar

Where is Kurkihar located?
Kurkihar village is situated in Wazirganj Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurkihar?
Kurkihar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kurkihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkihar is 4,268, with 2,115 males and 2,153 females.
How many households are there in Kurkihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurkihar village has a total of 689 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurkihar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkihar is 51.85%. The male literacy rate is 61.13%, while the female literacy rate is 42.73%.