Kursi - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Kursi is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Kursi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kursi is 163907. The village covers a total geographical area of 1071.51 hectares and falls under the 225302 pincode.
Kursi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kursi
As per Census 2011, Kursi village has a total population of 11,979 people, consisting of 6,369 males and 5,610 females. The village has 2,023 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,891 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,602 literate and 6,377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kursi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,979 | 6,369 | 5,610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,891 | 962 | 929 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,510 | 1,883 | 1,627 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,602 | 3,237 | 2,365 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,377 | 3,132 | 3,245 |
Nearby Villages of Kursi
Kursi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alinagar Karaund | West | 1.90 km |
| Palia | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Dharsanda | East | 2.65 km |
| Bahrauli | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Mohmmadpur Garhi | North | 3.02 km |
| Munimpur Baitra | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Agasand | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Mahmoodabad | East | 3.30 km |
| Amarsanda | South | 3.63 km |
| Mirnagar | South-West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kursi
Kursi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bakshi Ka Talab, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Barabanki to Kursi is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kursi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kursi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kursi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kursi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kursi
Where is Kursi located?
Kursi village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kursi?
Kursi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kursi?
The pincode of Kursi is 225302.
What is the population of Kursi?
Kursi has a total population of 11,979, including 6,369 males and 5,610 females.
How many households are there in Kursi?
There are 2,023 households in Kursi.
What is the literacy rate in Kursi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kursi is 46.77%. Male literacy is 50.82% and female literacy is 42.16%.