Kurenga
Kurenga is a village located in Tokapal tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Tokapal (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Pakhnaracha is the gram panchayat of Kurenga village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurenga unique in its vibrant Tokapal-Bastar region. You’ll see Kurenga’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 Kurenga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurenga is 449513. The village spans a total geographical area of 2331.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494001. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Kurenga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kurenga
Population of Kurenga
According to the 2011 Census, Kurenga has a total population of about 3,558, with approximately 1,710 males and 1,848 females. The sex ratio is around 1080 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 644 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,926. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.69%, with male literacy at about 31.99% and female literacy near 19.86%. There are around 851 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurenga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,558 | 1,710 | 1,848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 329 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,926 | 1,399 | 1,527 |
| Literate Population | 914 | 547 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,644 | 1,163 | 1,481 |
Connectivity of Kurenga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurenga. As per the 2011 stats, Kurenga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurenga
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurenga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurenga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurenga
- Where is Kurenga located?
- Kurenga village is situated in Tokapal Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurenga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurenga is Pakhnaracha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurenga?
- The pincode of Kurenga is 494001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurenga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurenga is 3,558, with 1,710 males and 1,848 females.
- How many households are there in Kurenga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurenga village has a total of 851 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurenga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurenga is 25.69%. The male literacy rate is 31.99%, while the female literacy rate is 19.86%.