Kurush - Gangaloor, Bijapur
Kurush is a village situated in the Gangaloor tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 34 km from Bijapur and around 34 km from Bijapur. Burji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurush village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurush is 450994. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.99 hectares and falls under the 494444 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kurush village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurush
According to the 2011 Census, Kurush village had a total population of 144 people, including 77 males and 67 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.35%, with male literacy at 32.79% and female literacy at 5.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 20 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 57 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Kurush
Kurush is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kurush
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kurush.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur to Kurush is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurush
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurush village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurush
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurush village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurush
Where is Kurush located?
Kurush village is located in Gangaloor Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurush?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurush is Burji.
What is the pincode of Kurush?
The pincode of Kurush is 494444.
What is the population of Kurush?
Kurush had a total population of 144, including 77 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Kurush?
Kurush had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurush?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurush was 20.35%. Male literacy was 32.79% and female literacy was 5.77%.