Kurma

Kurma is a village located in Chas subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Chas (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Kashijariya is the gram panchayat of Kurma village.

Kurma has its own place in the vibrant Bokaro region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kurma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurma is 362687. The village spans a total geographical area of 567.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 827013. Chas is nearest town to Kurma village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kurma

Below is a concise population overview of Kurma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,694 1,406 1,288
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 397 200 197
Scheduled Castes (SC) 344 184 160
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 971 510 461
Literate Population 1,437 933 504
Illiterate Population 1,257 473 784

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurma village:

  • The total population of Kurma village is around 2,694, including approximately 1,406 males and 1,288 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 397 children aged 0–6 years in Kurma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurma village has 344 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 971 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurma village is about 53.34%, with male literacy at 66.36% and female literacy at 39.13%.
  • There are around 530 households in Kurma village.

Connectivity of Kurma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurma. As per the 2011 stats, Kurma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kurma

Knowing the nearby villages of Kurma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurma.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurma

Where is Kurma located?
Kurma village is situated in Chas Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurma is Kashijariya (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 827013, 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 2,694, with 1,406 males and 1,288 females.
How many households are there in Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurma village has a total of 530 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurma is 53.34%. The male literacy rate is 66.36%, while the female literacy rate is 39.13%.