Kuro Kalan - Mahuadanr, Latehar
Kuro Kalan is a village situated in the Mahuadanr subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuadanr and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Parhatoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuro Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuro Kalan is 367090. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 822119 pincode.
Kuro Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuro Kalan
As per Census 2011, Kuro Kalan village has a total population of 528 people, consisting of 284 males and 244 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 494 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuro Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 528 | 284 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 494 | 268 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 193 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 91 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Kuro Kalan
Kuro Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuro Khurd | North | 0.99 km |
| Bartoli | West | 1.92 km |
| Sidra | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Partabpur Nagar | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Kita | North | 2.61 km |
| Amboatoli | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Shahpur | East | 3.18 km |
| Rampur | North | 3.26 km |
| Meram | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Parhatoli | North-East | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuro Kalan
Kuro Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Kuro Kalan is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuro Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuro Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuro Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuro Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kuro Kalan
Where is Kuro Kalan located?
Kuro Kalan village is located in Mahuadanr Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuro Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuro Kalan is Parhatoli.
What is the pincode of Kuro Kalan?
The pincode of Kuro Kalan is 822119.
What is the population of Kuro Kalan?
Kuro Kalan has a total population of 528, including 284 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Kuro Kalan?
There are 107 households in Kuro Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Kuro Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuro Kalan is 62.50%. Male literacy is 67.96% and female literacy is 56.15%.