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.

Kurma has its own place in the vibrant Bargarh 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 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.

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Population of Kurma

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kurma village is around 808, including approximately 392 males and 416 females, with a sex ratio of 1061 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Kurma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurma village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 215 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurma village is about 65.35%, with male literacy at 74.49% and female literacy at 56.73%.
  • There are around 216 households in Kurma village.

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.

Loharsing Bhaisadarha Niljipatra Laudidarha Goudmal Sikaripali Dhaurabhata Nuapara Putuka Khirapali Loharakot

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%.