Kurua

Kurua is a village located in Masalia subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Masalia (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Baskidih is the gram panchayat of Kurua village.

Kurua has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 371995. The village spans a total geographical area of 114.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Masalia 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 470 249 221
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 40 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 142 67 75
Literate Population 301 187 114
Illiterate Population 169 62 107

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

  • The total population of Kurua village is around 470, including approximately 249 males and 221 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Kurua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurua village has 142 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurua village is about 64.04%, with male literacy at 75.10% and female literacy at 51.58%.
  • There are around 102 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 10+ 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.

Ghasimarni Baksidih Jogidih Bhoktadih Karmatanr Singtuta Sita Kahabar Rangamatia Susania Mahulidih Jaroakhilkanali

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurua

Where is Kurua located?
Kurua village is situated in Masalia Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurua is Baskidih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kurua?
The pincode of Kurua is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurua is 470, with 249 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Kurua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurua village has a total of 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurua is 64.04%. The male literacy rate is 75.10%, while the female literacy rate is 51.58%.