Jurkan

Jurkan is a village located in Hussainganj subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Hussainganj (tehsildar office) and 4km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Chapia Bujurg is the gram panchayat of Jurkan village.

Jurkan has its own place in the vibrant Siwan 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 Jurkan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jurkan is 232001. The village spans a total geographical area of 172 hectares. Siwan is nearest town to Jurkan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Jurkan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,988 1,568 1,420
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 492 271 221
Scheduled Castes (SC) 255 138 117
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 4 4
Literate Population 1,620 980 640
Illiterate Population 1,368 588 780

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

  • The total population of Jurkan village is around 2,988, including approximately 1,568 males and 1,420 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 492 children aged 0–6 years in Jurkan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jurkan village has 255 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jurkan village is about 54.22%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 45.07%.
  • There are around 440 households in Jurkan village.

Connectivity of Jurkan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jurkan. As per the 2011 stats, Jurkan 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 village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jurkan

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

Renua Paighambarpur Pakaulia Surapur Chhapiya Khurd Markan Dhankhar Hathauri Mahual Chhata Chhapiya Buzurg

Frequently Asked Questions about Jurkan

Where is Jurkan located?
Jurkan village is situated in Hussainganj Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jurkan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jurkan is Chapia Bujurg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jurkan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jurkan is 2,988, with 1,568 males and 1,420 females.
How many households are there in Jurkan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jurkan village has a total of 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jurkan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jurkan is 54.22%. The male literacy rate is 62.50%, while the female literacy rate is 45.07%.