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.
Here you can discover what makes Kurkihar unique in its vibrant Wazirganj-Gaya region. You’ll see Kurkihar’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 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.
Google Map of Kurkihar
Population of Kurkihar
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkihar has a total population of about 4,268, with approximately 2,115 males and 2,153 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 751 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 816 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 51.85%, with male literacy at about 61.13% and female literacy near 42.73%. There are around 689 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurkihar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.