Kurhatepna - Bagicha, Jashpur
Kurhatepna is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Butanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurhatepna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurhatepna is 433719. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 496224 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kurhatepna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurhatepna
According to the 2011 Census, Kurhatepna village had a total population of 302 people, including 146 males and 156 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.80%, with male literacy at 51.35% and female literacy at 37.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 302 | 146 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 129 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 89 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Kurhatepna
Kurhatepna 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 Kurhatepna
Kurhatepna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagicha to Kurhatepna is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Kurhatepna is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurhatepna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurhatepna 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 Kurhatepna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurhatepna 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 Kurhatepna
Where is Kurhatepna located?
Kurhatepna village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurhatepna?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurhatepna is Butanga.
What is the pincode of Kurhatepna?
The pincode of Kurhatepna is 496224.
What is the population of Kurhatepna?
Kurhatepna had a total population of 302, including 146 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Kurhatepna?
Kurhatepna had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurhatepna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurhatepna was 43.80%. Male literacy was 51.35% and female literacy was 37.40%.