Kurua

Kurua is a village located in Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindpur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Bariyo is the gram panchayat of Kurua village.

Kurua has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad 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 Kurua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurua is 361772. The village spans a total geographical area of 136.72 hectares. Gobindpur is nearest town to Kurua village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kurua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 622 306 316
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 29 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 104 54 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 328 158 170
Literate Population 305 198 107
Illiterate Population 317 108 209

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

  • The total population of Kurua village is around 622, including approximately 306 males and 316 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Kurua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurua village has 104 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 328 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurua village is about 49.04%, with male literacy at 64.71% and female literacy at 33.86%.
  • There are around 108 households in Kurua village.

Connectivity of Kurua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurua. As per the 2011 stats, Kurua 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kurua

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

Sarkardih Mohanpur Machamahul Baromesia Patharia Bario Tilabani Tiadaha Amlatanr Amarpur Chati Gobindpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurua

Where is Kurua located?
Kurua village is situated in Gobindpur Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurua is Bariyo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kurua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurua is 622, with 306 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Kurua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurua village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurua is 49.04%. The male literacy rate is 64.71%, while the female literacy rate is 33.86%.