Kurkuta
Kurkuta is a village located in Dadi subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dadi (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Mishrainmorha is the gram panchayat of Kurkuta village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurkuta unique in its vibrant Dadi-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Kurkuta’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 Kurkuta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkuta is 368918. The village spans a total geographical area of 416.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825326. Ramgarh is nearest town to Kurkuta village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kurkuta 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 Mandhu 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 Kurkuta
Population of Kurkuta
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkuta has a total population of about 1,318, with approximately 674 males and 644 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 171 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 1,116. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.10%, with male literacy at about 68.40% and female literacy near 49.38%. There are around 242 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurkuta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,318 | 674 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 92 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,116 | 562 | 554 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 461 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 213 | 326 |
Connectivity of Kurkuta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkuta. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkuta 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurkuta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkuta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkuta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkuta
- Where is Kurkuta located?
- Kurkuta village is situated in Dadi Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurkuta is Mishrainmorha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurkuta?
- The pincode of Kurkuta is 825326, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkuta is 1,318, with 674 males and 644 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkuta village has a total of 242 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkuta is 59.10%. The male literacy rate is 68.40%, while the female literacy rate is 49.38%.