Kui Urf Shashiganj - Chhatarpur, Palamu
Kui Urf Shashiganj is a village situated in the Chhatarpur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chatarpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Sushiganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kui Urf Shashiganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kui Urf Shashiganj is 365462. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Kui Urf Shashiganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kui Urf Shashiganj
As per Census 2011, Kui Urf Shashiganj village has a total population of 2,348 people, consisting of 1,225 males and 1,123 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 488 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 891 literate and 1,457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kui Urf Shashiganj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,348 | 1,225 | 1,123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 252 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,606 | 822 | 784 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 537 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,457 | 688 | 769 |
Nearby Villages of Kui Urf Shashiganj
Kui Urf Shashiganj is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kui Urf Shashiganj
Kui Urf Shashiganj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Kui Urf Shashiganj is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kui Urf Shashiganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kui Urf Shashiganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kui Urf Shashiganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kui Urf Shashiganj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kui Urf Shashiganj
Where is Kui Urf Shashiganj located?
Kui Urf Shashiganj village is located in Chhatarpur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kui Urf Shashiganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Kui Urf Shashiganj is Sushiganj.
What is the pincode of Kui Urf Shashiganj?
The pincode of Kui Urf Shashiganj is 822113.
What is the population of Kui Urf Shashiganj?
Kui Urf Shashiganj has a total population of 2,348, including 1,225 males and 1,123 females.
How many households are there in Kui Urf Shashiganj?
There are 429 households in Kui Urf Shashiganj.
What is the literacy rate in Kui Urf Shashiganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kui Urf Shashiganj is 37.95%. Male literacy is 43.84% and female literacy is 31.52%.