Hurmur - Peshrar, Lohardaga
Hurmur is a village situated in the Peshrar subdivision of Lohardaga district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peshrar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Lohardaga. Tuimu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hurmur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hurmur is 362973. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.08 hectares and falls under the 835302 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Hurmur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishunpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hurmur
According to the 2011 Census, Hurmur village had a total population of 198 people, including 112 males and 86 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 768 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.20%, with male literacy at 50.55% and female literacy at 20.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
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 | 198 | 112 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 112 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 46 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 66 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Hurmur
Hurmur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manhepat | North | 1.81 km |
| Chanri | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Ganeshpur | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Jamgain | South | 3.21 km |
| Sake | East | 3.23 km |
| Tuimu | West | 3.44 km |
| Burju | South | 3.53 km |
| Uru | East | 3.53 km |
| Rankuli | North | 3.60 km |
| Chaprong | North-West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hurmur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hurmur. The nearest railway station is Lohardaga, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Lohardaga to Hurmur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hurmur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hurmur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hurmur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hurmur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hurmur
Where is Hurmur located?
Hurmur village is located in Peshrar Subdivision, Lohardaga district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hurmur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hurmur is Tuimu.
What is the pincode of Hurmur?
The pincode of Hurmur is 835302.
What is the population of Hurmur?
Hurmur had a total population of 198, including 112 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Hurmur?
Hurmur had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hurmur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hurmur was 37.20%. Male literacy was 50.55% and female literacy was 20.55%.