Kurkuta
Kurkuta is a village located in Chhatarpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chattarpur (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Daltonganj. As per 2009 stats, Kawal is the gram panchayat of Kurkuta village.
Kurkuta has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Kurkuta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkuta is 365486. The village spans a total geographical area of 230 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822113. Daltenganj is nearest town to Kurkuta village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kurkuta
Below is a concise population overview of Kurkuta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,298 | 682 | 616 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 134 | 121 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 219 | 196 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 743 | 386 | 357 |
Literate Population | 543 | 344 | 199 |
Illiterate Population | 755 | 338 | 417 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurkuta village:
- The total population of Kurkuta village is around 1,298, including approximately 682 males and 616 females, with a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 255 children aged 0–6 years in Kurkuta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kurkuta village has 415 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 743 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kurkuta village is about 41.83%, with male literacy at 50.44% and female literacy at 32.31%.
- There are around 206 households in Kurkuta village.
Connectivity of Kurkuta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkuta. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkuta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurkuta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkuta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkuta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkuta
- Where is Kurkuta located?
- Kurkuta village is situated in Chhatarpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurkuta is Kawal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurkuta?
- The pincode of Kurkuta is 822113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkuta is 1,298, with 682 males and 616 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkuta village has a total of 206 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkuta is 41.83%. The male literacy rate is 50.44%, while the female literacy rate is 32.31%.