Kursel - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Kursel is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Gondbinapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kursel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kursel is 448056. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.13 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kursel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kursel
As per Census 2011, Kursel village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 124 males and 134 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kursel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 124 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 94 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 74 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 50 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Kursel
Kursel is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghotulbeda | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Gondbinapal | North | 2.68 km |
| Bondanar | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Taralkatta | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Muramer | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Hoyechur | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Kaleparas | East | 4.84 km |
| Amakada | East | 5.39 km |
| Hindubinapal | North | 5.54 km |
| Badejaitpuri | North-East | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kursel
Public transport in the Kursel is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Kursel is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Kursel 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 Kursel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kursel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kursel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kursel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kursel
Where is Kursel located?
Kursel village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kursel?
The Gram Panchayat of Kursel is Gondbinapal.
What is the pincode of Kursel?
The pincode of Kursel is 494665.
What is the population of Kursel?
Kursel has a total population of 258, including 124 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Kursel?
There are 57 households in Kursel.
What is the literacy rate in Kursel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kursel is 45.74%. Male literacy is 59.68% and female literacy is 32.84%.