Kurund - Mahuadanr, Latehar
Kurund is a village situated in the Mahuadanr subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuadanr and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Champa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurund is 367096. The village covers a total geographical area of 731 hectares and falls under the 822119 pincode.
Kurund 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 Kurund
According to the 2011 Census, Kurund village had a total population of 765 people, including 384 males and 381 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.63%, with male literacy at 77.84% and female literacy at 63.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 741.
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 | 765 | 384 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 741 | 364 | 377 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 260 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 124 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Kurund
Kurund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Korwadih | West | 2.42 km |
| Shahpur | North | 2.69 km |
| Sohar | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Chandawal | South | 3.11 km |
| Kuro Kalan | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Sidra | West | 4.21 km |
| East | 4.43 km | |
| Hotap | South | 4.47 km |
| Hisri | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Kuro Khurd | North-West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurund
Kurund 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 96.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Kurund 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 Kurund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kurund
Where is Kurund located?
Kurund village is located in Mahuadanr Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurund?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurund is Champa.
What is the pincode of Kurund?
The pincode of Kurund is 822119.
What is the population of Kurund?
Kurund had a total population of 765, including 384 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Kurund?
Kurund had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurund was 70.63%. Male literacy was 77.84% and female literacy was 63.33%.