Kurma
Kurma is a village located in Jharbandha tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Jharbandha (tehsildar office) and 138km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Laudidarha is the gram panchayat of Kurma village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurma unique in its vibrant Jharbandha-Bargarh region. You’ll see Kurma’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 Kurma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurma is 379834. The village spans a total geographical area of 469 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768035. Padmapur is nearest town to Kurma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
Google Map of Kurma
Population of Kurma
According to the 2011 Census, Kurma has a total population of about 808, with approximately 392 males and 416 females. The sex ratio is around 1061 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 215. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.35%, with male literacy at about 74.49% and female literacy near 56.73%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 808 | 392 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 103 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 292 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 100 | 180 |
Connectivity of Kurma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurma. As per the 2011 stats, Kurma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurma
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurma
- Where is Kurma located?
- Kurma village is situated in Jharbandha Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurma is Laudidarha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurma?
- The pincode of Kurma is 768035, 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 808, with 392 males and 416 females.
- How many households are there in Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurma village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurma is 65.35%. The male literacy rate is 74.49%, while the female literacy rate is 56.73%.