Kurkel

Kurkel is a village located in Chainpur subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chainpur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Kating is the gram panchayat of Kurkel village.

Kurkel has its own place in the vibrant Gumla 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 Kurkel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkel is 376136. The village spans a total geographical area of 366.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835206. Chainpur is nearest town to Kurkel village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kurkel

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 438 223 215
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 67 38 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 438 223 215
Literate Population 268 145 123
Illiterate Population 170 78 92

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

  • The total population of Kurkel village is around 438, including approximately 223 males and 215 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Kurkel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurkel village has 438 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurkel village is about 61.19%, with male literacy at 65.02% and female literacy at 57.21%.
  • There are around 83 households in Kurkel village.

Connectivity of Kurkel

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkel. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kurkel

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

Kotam Jirmi Sakra Roghadih Brahmpur Nadawal Simlabartoli Harra Tintangar Chhatarpur Sarkhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkel

Where is Kurkel located?
Kurkel village is situated in Chainpur Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurkel?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurkel is Kating (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kurkel?
The pincode of Kurkel is 835206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurkel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkel is 438, with 223 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Kurkel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurkel village has a total of 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurkel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkel is 61.19%. The male literacy rate is 65.02%, while the female literacy rate is 57.21%.