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.
Here you can discover what makes Kurua unique in its vibrant Gobindpur-Dhanbad region. You’ll see Kurua’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 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.
Google Map of Kurua
Population of Kurua
According to the 2011 Census, Kurua has a total population of about 622, with approximately 306 males and 316 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 104 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 328. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.04%, with male literacy at about 64.71% and female literacy near 33.86%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.