Kuru
Kuru is a village located in Kuru subdivision of Lohardaga district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from district headquarter Kuru. Kuru is the sub-district headquarter of Kuru village. As per 2009 stats, Kuru village is also a gram panchayat.
Kuru has its own place in the vibrant Lohardaga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kuru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuru is 363011. The village spans a total geographical area of 574 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835302. Lohardaga is nearest town to Kuru village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kuru
Population of Kuru
Below is a concise population overview of Kuru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,676 | 3,361 | 3,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,093 | 564 | 529 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 888 | 447 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,254 | 1,098 | 1,156 |
| Literate Population | 4,359 | 2,414 | 1,945 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,317 | 947 | 1,370 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kuru village:
- The total population of Kuru village is around 6,676, including approximately 3,361 males and 3,315 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,093 children aged 0–6 years in Kuru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kuru village has 888 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,254 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kuru village is about 65.29%, with male literacy at 71.82% and female literacy at 58.67%.
- There are around 1,289 households in Kuru village.
Connectivity of Kuru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuru. As per the 2011 stats, Kuru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuru
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuru
- Where is Kuru located?
- Kuru village is situated in Kuru Subdivision, within the Lohardaga district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuru?
- Kuru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kuru?
- The pincode of Kuru is 835302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuru is 6,676, with 3,361 males and 3,315 females.
- How many households are there in Kuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuru village has a total of 1,289 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuru is 65.29%. The male literacy rate is 71.82%, while the female literacy rate is 58.67%.