Lurunga
Lurunga is a village located in Barkagaon subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Barkagaon (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Garsulla is the gram panchayat of Lurunga village.
Here you can discover what makes Lurunga unique in its vibrant Barkagaon-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Lurunga’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 Lurunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lurunga is 368863. The village spans a total geographical area of 996.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825311. Barkagaon is nearest town to Lurunga village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Lurunga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lurunga
Population of Lurunga
According to the 2011 Census, Lurunga has a total population of about 1,194, with approximately 634 males and 560 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 555 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 171. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.90%, with male literacy at about 67.03% and female literacy near 60.36%. There are around 249 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lurunga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,194 | 634 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 99 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 555 | 297 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 95 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 425 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 209 | 222 |
Connectivity of Lurunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lurunga. As per the 2011 stats, Lurunga 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 Lurunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Lurunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lurunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lurunga
- Where is Lurunga located?
- Lurunga village is situated in Barkagaon Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lurunga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lurunga is Garsulla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lurunga?
- The pincode of Lurunga is 825311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lurunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lurunga is 1,194, with 634 males and 560 females.
- How many households are there in Lurunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lurunga village has a total of 249 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lurunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lurunga is 63.90%. The male literacy rate is 67.03%, while the female literacy rate is 60.36%.