Kurunda
Kurunda is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Shikaripara (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Maluti is the gram panchayat of Kurunda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurunda unique in its vibrant Shikaripara-Dumka region. You’ll see Kurunda’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 Kurunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurunda is 371059. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816103. Shikaripara is nearest town to Kurunda village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kurunda
Population of Kurunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kurunda has a total population of about 373, with approximately 192 males and 181 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 87 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 363. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.97%, with male literacy at about 54.69% and female literacy near 32.60%. There are around 77 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 192 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 363 | 187 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 105 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 87 | 122 |
Connectivity of Kurunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurunda. As per the 2011 stats, Kurunda 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 Kurunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurunda
- Where is Kurunda located?
- Kurunda village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurunda is Maluti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurunda?
- The pincode of Kurunda is 816103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurunda is 373, with 192 males and 181 females.
- How many households are there in Kurunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurunda village has a total of 77 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurunda is 43.97%. The male literacy rate is 54.69%, while the female literacy rate is 32.60%.