Kursela
Kursela is a Town and Subdivision in Katihar District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Kursela Block (CD) is 01155. The total area of Kursela Subdivision is 156 km². Kursela has a sex ratio of approximately 904 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kursela Subdivision
Kursela Subdivision has a total of 19 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Kursela Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balthi | North Muradpur | Katihar (40 km) |
| 2 | Basuhar | East Muradpur | Katihar (40 km) |
| 3 | Batesarpur | Shahpur Dharmi | Kursela |
| 4 | Batesarpur Milik | Shahpur Dharmi | Kursela |
| 5 | Chakarbarti Milik | West Muradpur | Kursela |
| 6 | Debipur Kathi | West Muradpur | Katihar (38 km) |
| 7 | Dhobinia Milik Dakhinwari | North Muradpur | Katihar (40 km) |
| 8 | Dhobinia Milik Uttarwari | North Muradpur | Kursela |
| 9 | Gobrahi Diara | East Muradpur | Katihar (40 km) |
| 10 | Istamrar Badh | South Muradpur | Kursela |
| 11 | Jarlahi | Jarlahi | Katihar (40 km) |
| 12 | Khatiaha Badh | South Muradpur | Kursela |
| 13 | Madhaili | Jarlahi | Katihar (40 km) |
| 14 | Muradpur | East Muradpur | Katihar (40 km) |
| 15 | Santokhpur | Jarlahi | Kursela |
| 16 | Shahpur Dharmi | Shahpur Dharmi | Kursela |
| 17 | Shahpur Dharmi Milik | Shahpur Dharmi | Kursela |
| 18 | Tengharia Milik | South Muradpur | Kursela |
| 19 | Tingharia | South Muradpur | Katihar (40 km) |
Population of Kursela Subdivision
The population profile of Kursela Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Kursela Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63,928 | 63,928 | N/A |
| Male Population | 33,568 | 33,568 | N/A |
| Female Population | 30,360 | 30,360 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,672 | 12,672 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,467 | 6,467 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,205 | 6,205 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 29,402 | 29,402 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 17,733 | 17,733 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 11,669 | 11,669 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 34,526 | 34,526 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 15,835 | 15,835 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 18,691 | 18,691 | N/A |
| Total Households | 12,533 | 12,533 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 63,928 people. Includes nearly 33,568 males and 30,360 females. Rural population is about 63,928 people.
- There are around 12,672 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 6,467 boys and 6,205 girls.
- Literate population is about 29,402 people. Non-literate population is around 34,526 people.
- There are nearly 12,533 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kursela Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 5,649 | 5,649 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 2,949 | 2,949 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 2,700 | 2,700 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 398 | 398 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 217 | 217 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 181 | 181 | N/A |
| Population Density | 410 / km² | 410 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kursela Subdivision is approximately 5,649 people, including 2,949 males and 2,700 females. Around 5,649 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kursela Subdivision is about 398 people, including 217 males and 181 females. Around 398 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 410 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 410 people per sq. km.