Kursandi - Puraini, Madhepura
Kursandi is a village situated in the Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraini and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Kursandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kursandi is 226165. The village covers a total geographical area of 418 hectares and falls under the 852116 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kursandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kursandi
As per Census 2011, Kursandi village has a total population of 3,265 people, consisting of 1,724 males and 1,541 females. The village has 709 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 664 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 944 literate and 2,321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 639 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kursandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,265 | 1,724 | 1,541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 664 | 363 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 347 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 944 | 536 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,321 | 1,188 | 1,133 |
Nearby Villages of Kursandi
Kursandi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kursandi
Kursandi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Kursandi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Kursandi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kursandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kursandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kursandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kursandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kursandi
Where is Kursandi located?
Kursandi village is located in Puraini Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kursandi?
Kursandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kursandi?
The pincode of Kursandi is 852116.
What is the population of Kursandi?
Kursandi has a total population of 3,265, including 1,724 males and 1,541 females.
How many households are there in Kursandi?
There are 709 households in Kursandi.
What is the literacy rate in Kursandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kursandi is 28.91%. Male literacy is 31.09% and female literacy is 26.48%.