Kurwa - Patan, Palamu
Kurwa is a village situated in the Patan subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Sirma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurwa is 365899. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.82 hectares and falls under the 822123 pincode. Kurwa is the nearest town.
Kurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurwa
As per Census 2011, Kurwa village has a total population of 550 people, consisting of 282 males and 268 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 550 | 282 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 52 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 177 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 136 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 146 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Kurwa
Kurwa 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 Kurwa
Kurwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Kurwa is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kurwa
Where is Kurwa located?
Kurwa village is located in Patan Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurwa is Sirma.
What is the pincode of Kurwa?
The pincode of Kurwa is 822123.
What is the population of Kurwa?
Kurwa has a total population of 550, including 282 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Kurwa?
There are 116 households in Kurwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurwa is 40.91%. Male literacy is 48.23% and female literacy is 33.21%.