Kurgi - Sisai, Gumla
Kurgi is a village situated in the Sisai subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. Ghaghra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurgi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurgi is 375656. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 835824 pincode.
Kurgi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurgi
According to the 2011 Census, Kurgi village had a total population of 895 people, including 437 males and 458 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.14%, with male literacy at 67.90% and female literacy at 40.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 836.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 895 | 437 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 85 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 836 | 408 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 239 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 198 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Kurgi
Kurgi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gamhariya | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Chegri | East | 2.04 km |
| Dari | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Shiwnathpur | South | 2.38 km |
| Khera | North | 2.67 km |
| Lawagain | East | 3.08 km |
| Jalka | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Kocha | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Parrani | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Puso | North | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurgi
Kurgi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Irgaon, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Kurgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurgi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurgi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kurgi
Where is Kurgi located?
Kurgi village is located in Sisai Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurgi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurgi is Ghaghra.
What is the pincode of Kurgi?
The pincode of Kurgi is 835824.
What is the population of Kurgi?
Kurgi had a total population of 895, including 437 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Kurgi?
Kurgi had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurgi was 54.14%. Male literacy was 67.90% and female literacy was 40.72%.