Kuruakunj - Ramgarh, Dumka
Kuruakunj is a village situated in the Ramgarh subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Dumka, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Nokheta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuruakunj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuruakunj is 370225. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Kuruakunj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Kuruakunj
Kuruakunj is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhopahari | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Chandanpahari | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Kenduatikar | South | 1.21 km |
| Konapathar | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Phitkoria | East | 2.06 km |
| Bara Bahiar | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Kajbe | North | 2.17 km |
| Amjolakita | West | 2.18 km |
| Sankarpur | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Elaj Pahari | South | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuruakunj
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kuruakunj. The nearest railway station is Hansdiha, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Kuruakunj is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuruakunj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuruakunj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kuruakunj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuruakunj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kuruakunj
Where is Kuruakunj located?
Kuruakunj village is located in Ramgarh Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuruakunj?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuruakunj is Nokheta.
What is the pincode of Kuruakunj?
The pincode of Kuruakunj is 814119.