Kurkunga
About Kurkunga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kurkunga village is 433983. Kurkunga village is located in Kunkuri tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Kunkuri (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Kurkunga village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 612.3 hectares. Kurkunga has a total population of 1,343 peoples, out of which male population is 660 while female population is 683. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1034 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kurkunga village is 62.32% out of which 71.21% males and 53.73% females are literate. There are about 312 houses in kurkunga village. Pincode of kurkunga village locality is 496225.
When it comes to administration, Kurkunga 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, Kurkunga village comes under Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to kurkunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
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Population of Kurkunga
The population details of Kurkunga cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,343 | 660 | 683 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 199 | 95 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 678 | 334 | 344 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 470 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 190 | 316 |
Connectivity of Kurkunga
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkunga
Where is Kurkunga located?
Kurkunga village is situated in Kunkuri Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurkunga?
Kurkunga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kurkunga?
The pincode of Kurkunga is 496225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurkunga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkunga is 1,343, with 660 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Kurkunga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurkunga village has a total of 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurkunga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkunga is 62.32%. The male literacy rate is 71.21%, while the female literacy rate is 53.73%.