Kurma
About Kurma
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kurma village is 436685. Kurma village is located in Baloda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Baloda (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kurama is the gram panchayat of Kurma village.
The total geographical area of village is 309.13 hectares. Kurma has a total population of 1,780 peoples, out of which male population is 903 while female population is 877. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 971 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kurma village is 60.06% out of which 70.54% males and 49.26% females are literate. There are about 425 houses in kurma village. Pincode of kurma village locality is 495559.
When it comes to administration, Kurma village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kurma village comes under Akaltara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency. Baloda is nearest town to kurma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Kurma
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,780 | 903 | 877 |
| Literate Population | 1,069 | 637 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 266 | 445 |
Connectivity of Kurma
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kurma
Where is Kurma located?
Kurma village is situated in Baloda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurma is Kurama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kurma?
The pincode of Kurma is 495559, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurma is 1,780, with 903 males and 877 females.
How many households are there in Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurma village has a total of 425 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurma is 60.06%. The male literacy rate is 70.54%, while the female literacy rate is 49.26%.