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
As per Census 2011, Kurgi village has a total population of 895 people, consisting of 437 males and 458 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 836 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurgi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 895 | 437 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 85 | 97 |
| 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 has a total population of 895, including 437 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Kurgi?
There are 138 households in Kurgi.
What is the literacy rate in Kurgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurgi is 43.13%. Male literacy is 54.69% and female literacy is 32.10%.