Kurum

Kurum is a village located in Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kadwa (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Bijhara is the gram panchayat of Kurum village.

Kurum has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Kurum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurum is 224461. The village spans a total geographical area of 95 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Kurum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Kurum

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,841 929 912
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 406 193 213
Scheduled Castes (SC) 417 197 220
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 802 477 325
Illiterate Population 1,039 452 587

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

  • The total population of Kurum village is around 1,841, including approximately 929 males and 912 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 406 children aged 0–6 years in Kurum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurum village has 417 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kurum village is about 43.56%, with male literacy at 51.35% and female literacy at 35.64%.
  • There are around 381 households in Kurum village.

Connectivity of Kurum

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kurum

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

Sahanpur Nazirpur Sikarpur Paharpur Katara Talho Kamalpur Sihrour Sehra Rajwanpur Daudpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurum

Where is Kurum located?
Kurum village is situated in Kadwa Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurum?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurum is Bijhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kurum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurum is 1,841, with 929 males and 912 females.
How many households are there in Kurum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurum village has a total of 381 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurum is 43.56%. The male literacy rate is 51.35%, while the female literacy rate is 35.64%.