Kurum
Kurum is a village located in Palkot subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Paalkot (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Umra is the gram panchayat of Kurum village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurum unique in its vibrant Palkot-Gumla region. You’ll see Kurum’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 Kurum
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurum is 376331. The village spans a total geographical area of 908 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835220. Palkot is nearest town to Kurum village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kurum
Population of Kurum
According to the 2011 Census, Kurum has a total population of about 621, with approximately 318 males and 303 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 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 278. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.38%, with male literacy at about 58.81% and female literacy near 33.33%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurum's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 621 | 318 | 303 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 135 | 143 |
Literate Population | 288 | 187 | 101 |
Illiterate Population | 333 | 131 | 202 |
Connectivity of Kurum
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurum. As per the 2011 stats, Kurum had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Kurum
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurum.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurum
- Where is Kurum located?
- Kurum village is situated in Palkot Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurum?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurum is Umra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurum?
- The pincode of Kurum is 835220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurum is 621, with 318 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Kurum as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurum village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurum as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurum is 46.38%. The male literacy rate is 58.81%, while the female literacy rate is 33.33%.