Kurko

Kurko is a village located in Kasmar subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kasmar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur is the gram panchayat of Kurko village.

Kurko 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 Kurko

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurko is 362517. The village spans a total geographical area of 180.73 hectares. Kasmar is nearest town to Kurko village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kurko

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 960 504 456
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 129 85 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 14 6 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 514 323 191
Illiterate Population 446 181 265

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

  • The total population of Kurko village is around 960, including approximately 504 males and 456 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Kurko village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurko village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurko village is about 53.54%, with male literacy at 64.09% and female literacy at 41.89%.
  • There are around 177 households in Kurko village.

Connectivity of Kurko

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurko. As per the 2011 stats, Kurko 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 Kurko

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

Raghunathpur Merha Durgapur Mungo Rangamati Mayapur Madhukar Pur Barai Khurd Chandipur Jamhar Ormo

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurko

Where is Kurko located?
Kurko village is situated in Kasmar Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurko?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurko is Durgapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kurko as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurko is 960, with 504 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Kurko as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurko village has a total of 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurko as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurko is 53.54%. The male literacy rate is 64.09%, while the female literacy rate is 41.89%.