Kurkutta
Kurkutta is a village located in Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chainpur (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Basariya Kala is the gram panchayat of Kurkutta village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurkutta unique in its vibrant Chainpur-Palamu region. You’ll see Kurkutta’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 Kurkutta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkutta is 366832. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822110. Chainpur is nearest town to Kurkutta village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kurkutta
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkutta has a total population of about 299, with approximately 146 males and 153 females. The sex ratio is around 1047 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 154. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.09%, with male literacy at about 32.19% and female literacy near 24.18%. There are around 49 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurkutta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 299 | 146 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 99 | 116 |
Connectivity of Kurkutta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkutta. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkutta 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurkutta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkutta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkutta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkutta
- Where is Kurkutta located?
- Kurkutta village is situated in Chainpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkutta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurkutta is Basariya Kala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurkutta?
- The pincode of Kurkutta is 822110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurkutta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkutta is 299, with 146 males and 153 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkutta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkutta village has a total of 49 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkutta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkutta is 28.09%. The male literacy rate is 32.19%, while the female literacy rate is 24.18%.