Kurung

Kurung is a village located in Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Tikrikilla (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Tura.

Kurung has its own place in the vibrant West Garo Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kurung

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurung is 273287. Tikrikilla is nearest town to Kurung village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kurung

Below is a concise population overview of Kurung as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 319 170 149
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 44 20 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 155 77 78
Literate Population 221 135 86
Illiterate Population 98 35 63

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurung village:

  • The total population of Kurung village is around 319, including approximately 170 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Kurung village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurung village has 155 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurung village is about 69.28%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 57.72%.
  • There are around 70 households in Kurung village.

Connectivity of Kurung

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurung. As per the 2011 stats, Kurung had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kurung

Knowing the nearby villages of Kurung helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurung.

Nayapara Chanchilgiri Hatogaon Kolitapara Rongsai Lower Khongrapara Jurigaon Borogobol Borobakra Lower Darengchigre Upper Darenchigre

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurung

Where is Kurung located?
Kurung village is situated in Tikrikilla Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kurung?
The pincode of Kurung is 794109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurung is 319, with 170 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Kurung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurung village has a total of 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurung is 69.28%. The male literacy rate is 79.41%, while the female literacy rate is 57.72%.