Kurma
About Kurma
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kurma village is 379570. Kurma village is located in Gobindpur subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindpur (rajnagar) (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Seraikela-kharsawan. As per 2009 stats, Kurma village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 167 hectares. Kurma has a total population of 609 peoples, out of which male population is 292 while female population is 317. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1085 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kurma village is 55.50% out of which 67.81% males and 44.16% females are literate. There are about 99 houses in kurma village. Pincode of kurma village locality is 831002.
When it comes to administration, Kurma village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kurma village comes under Saraikella Vidhan Sabha constituency & Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Gobindpur is nearest town to kurma village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kurma
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 292 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 198 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 94 | 177 |
Connectivity of Kurma
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kurma
Where is Kurma located?
Kurma village is situated in Gobindpur Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurma?
Kurma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kurma?
The pincode of Kurma is 831002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurma is 609, with 292 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurma village has a total of 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurma is 55.50%. The male literacy rate is 67.81%, while the female literacy rate is 44.16%.