Hurka

Hurka is a village located in Dehri subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Dehri (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Berkap is the gram panchayat of Hurka village.

Hurka has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Hurka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hurka is 252553. The village spans a total geographical area of 320 hectares. Dehri is nearest town to Hurka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Hurka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,982 1,024 958
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 321 162 159
Scheduled Castes (SC) 258 144 114
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,242 721 521
Illiterate Population 740 303 437

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

  • The total population of Hurka village is around 1,982, including approximately 1,024 males and 958 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 321 children aged 0–6 years in Hurka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hurka village has 258 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Hurka village is about 62.66%, with male literacy at 70.41% and female literacy at 54.38%.
  • There are around 322 households in Hurka village.

Connectivity of Hurka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hurka. As per the 2011 stats, Hurka 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 Hurka

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

Bhusahula Chainpur Berkap Bharkunria Ahibaranpur Sidhauli Gangauli Pahleza Shiupur Deuria Tendua Dusadhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Hurka

Where is Hurka located?
Hurka village is situated in Dehri Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hurka?
The Gram Panchayat of Hurka is Berkap (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Hurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hurka is 1,982, with 1,024 males and 958 females.
How many households are there in Hurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hurka village has a total of 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hurka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hurka is 62.66%. The male literacy rate is 70.41%, while the female literacy rate is 54.38%.