Hurka

Hurka is a village located in Tilouthu subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Tilouthu (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Hurka village is also a gram panchayat.

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 252602. The village spans a total geographical area of 422.1 hectares. Sasaram is nearest town to Hurka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km 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 3,145 1,628 1,517
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 517 268 249
Scheduled Castes (SC) 469 245 224
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,942 1,127 815
Illiterate Population 1,203 501 702

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

  • The total population of Hurka village is around 3,145, including approximately 1,628 males and 1,517 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 517 children aged 0–6 years in Hurka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hurka village has 469 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Hurka village is about 61.75%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 53.72%.
  • There are around 494 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.

Ramdihra Bharkhoha Margohi Sewahi Bardiha Dattauli Dehri Jamuhara Indarpura Madhanian Jainagra

Frequently Asked Questions about Hurka

Where is Hurka located?
Hurka village is situated in Tilouthu Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hurka?
Hurka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Hurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hurka is 3,145, with 1,628 males and 1,517 females.
How many households are there in Hurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hurka village has a total of 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hurka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hurka is 61.75%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 53.72%.