Kurkura
Kurkura is a village located in Bansjor subdivision of Simdega district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bansjor (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Simdega. As per 2009 stats, Targa is the gram panchayat of Kurkura village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurkura unique in its vibrant Bansjor-Simdega region. You’ll see Kurkura’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 Kurkura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkura is 376748. The village spans a total geographical area of 1114 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835226. Bansjor is nearest town to Kurkura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kurkura
Population of Kurkura
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkura has a total population of about 2,003, with approximately 985 males and 1,018 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 327 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 419 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,289. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.08%, with male literacy at about 54.42% and female literacy near 36.05%. There are around 357 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurkura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,003 | 985 | 1,018 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 151 | 176 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 419 | 190 | 229 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,289 | 655 | 634 |
Literate Population | 903 | 536 | 367 |
Illiterate Population | 1,100 | 449 | 651 |
Connectivity of Kurkura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkura. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkura 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurkura
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkura
- Where is Kurkura located?
- Kurkura village is situated in Bansjor Subdivision, within the Simdega district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurkura is Targa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurkura?
- The pincode of Kurkura is 835226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurkura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkura is 2,003, with 985 males and 1,018 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkura village has a total of 357 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkura is 45.08%. The male literacy rate is 54.42%, while the female literacy rate is 36.05%.