Kurki - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Kurki is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Kasmarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurki is 439222. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.77 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kurki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurki
According to the 2011 Census, Kurki village had a total population of 251 people, including 117 males and 134 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.35%, with male literacy at 72.63% and female literacy at 41.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
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 | 251 | 117 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 115 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 69 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 48 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Kurki
Kurki 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 Kurki
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kurki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodla to Kurki is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Kurki is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurki 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 Kurki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurki 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 Kurki
Where is Kurki located?
Kurki village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurki?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurki is Kasmarda.
What is the pincode of Kurki?
The pincode of Kurki is 491995.
What is the population of Kurki?
Kurki had a total population of 251, including 117 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Kurki?
Kurki had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurki was 56.35%. Male literacy was 72.63% and female literacy was 41.18%.