Kurtabera Village - Manoharpur, West Singhbhum
Kurtabera is a village situated in the Manoharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 85 km from Chakardharpur and around 105 km from Pashchimi Singhbhum. Kolpotka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurtabera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurtabera is 377837. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.99 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town.
Kurtabera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurtabera
As per Census 2011, Kurtabera village has a total population of 383 people, consisting of 191 males and 192 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 231 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurtabera are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 383 | 191 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 148 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 133 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 58 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Kurtabera
Kurtabera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tiringdiri | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Bijatoli | East | 2.08 km |
| Sadpatka | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Kolpotka | South | 2.26 km |
| Ranaburu | North | 2.52 km |
| Bad-kulaguja | West | 2.67 km |
| Sankulaguja | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Bisirule | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Kumharmunda | South | 3.49 km |
| Rengalbera | South-East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurtabera
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kurtabera. The nearest railway station is Jaraikela, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pashchimi Singhbhum to Kurtabera is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurtabera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurtabera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurtabera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurtabera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kurtabera
Where is Kurtabera located?
Kurtabera village is located in Manoharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurtabera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurtabera is Kolpotka.
What is the pincode of Kurtabera?
The pincode of Kurtabera is 833104.
What is the population of Kurtabera?
Kurtabera has a total population of 383, including 191 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Kurtabera?
There are 67 households in Kurtabera.
What is the literacy rate in Kurtabera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurtabera is 60.31%. Male literacy is 69.63% and female literacy is 51.04%.