Kurwa
Kurwa is a village located in Patan subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Sirma is the gram panchayat of Kurwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurwa unique in its vibrant Patan-Palamu region. You’ll see Kurwa’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 Kurwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurwa is 365899. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822123. Kurwa is nearest town to Kurwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kurwa
Population of Kurwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kurwa has a total population of about 550, with approximately 282 males and 268 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 344 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.91%, with male literacy at about 48.23% and female literacy near 33.21%. There are around 116 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 550 | 282 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 52 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 177 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 225 | 136 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 146 | 179 |
Connectivity of Kurwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kurwa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurwa
- Where is Kurwa located?
- Kurwa village is situated in Patan Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurwa is Sirma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurwa?
- The pincode of Kurwa is 822123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurwa is 550, with 282 males and 268 females.
- How many households are there in Kurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurwa village has a total of 116 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurwa is 40.91%. The male literacy rate is 48.23%, while the female literacy rate is 33.21%.