Kurhwa
Kurhwa is a village located in Kalyanpur subdivision of Samastipur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanpur (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Samastipur. As per 2009 stats, Kudhwa is the gram panchayat of Kurhwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurhwa unique in its vibrant Kalyanpur-Samastipur region. You’ll see Kurhwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kurhwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurhwa is 236233. The village spans a total geographical area of 223 hectares. Samastipur is nearest town to Kurhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kurhwa
Population of Kurhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kurhwa has a total population of about 4,684, with approximately 2,452 males and 2,232 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 803 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 954 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.48%, with male literacy at about 52.61% and female literacy near 39.74%. There are around 961 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurhwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,684 | 2,452 | 2,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 803 | 420 | 383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 954 | 504 | 450 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,177 | 1,290 | 887 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,507 | 1,162 | 1,345 |
Connectivity of Kurhwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurhwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kurhwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurhwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurhwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurhwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurhwa
- Where is Kurhwa located?
- Kurhwa village is situated in Kalyanpur Subdivision, within the Samastipur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurhwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurhwa is Kudhwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kurhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurhwa is 4,684, with 2,452 males and 2,232 females.
- How many households are there in Kurhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurhwa village has a total of 961 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurhwa is 46.48%. The male literacy rate is 52.61%, while the female literacy rate is 39.74%.