Kurkuta
Kurkuta is a village located in Gidhaur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gidhaur (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Barisakhi is the gram panchayat of Kurkuta village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurkuta unique in its vibrant Gidhaur-Chatra region. You’ll see Kurkuta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kurkuta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkuta is 349237. The village spans a total geographical area of 174 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825408. Gidhaur is nearest town to Kurkuta village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kurkuta
Population of Kurkuta
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkuta has a total population of about 224, with approximately 113 males and 111 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.39%, with male literacy at about 69.03% and female literacy near 57.66%. There are around 44 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurkuta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 142 | 78 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 35 | 47 |
Connectivity of Kurkuta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkuta. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkuta 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 Kurkuta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkuta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkuta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkuta
- Where is Kurkuta located?
- Kurkuta village is situated in Gidhaur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurkuta is Barisakhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurkuta?
- The pincode of Kurkuta is 825408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkuta is 224, with 113 males and 111 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkuta village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkuta is 63.39%. The male literacy rate is 69.03%, while the female literacy rate is 57.66%.