Kurtara
Kurtara is a village located in Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Meerganj (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Bareilly. As per 2009 stats, Kurtara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurtara unique in its vibrant Meerganj-Bareilly region. You’ll see Kurtara’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 Kurtara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurtara is 129645. The village spans a total geographical area of 634.7 hectares. Fatehganj West is nearest town to Kurtara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurtara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bareilly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurtara
Population of Kurtara
According to the 2011 Census, Kurtara has a total population of about 5,141, with approximately 2,727 males and 2,414 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 809 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,435 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.14%, with male literacy at about 62.34% and female literacy near 42.75%. There are around 969 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurtara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,141 | 2,727 | 2,414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 809 | 414 | 395 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,435 | 772 | 663 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,732 | 1,700 | 1,032 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,409 | 1,027 | 1,382 |
Connectivity of Kurtara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurtara. As per the 2011 stats, Kurtara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurtara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurtara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurtara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurtara
- Where is Kurtara located?
- Kurtara village is situated in Meerganj Tehsil, within the Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurtara?
- Kurtara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurtara is 5,141, with 2,727 males and 2,414 females.
- How many households are there in Kurtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurtara village has a total of 969 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurtara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurtara is 53.14%. The male literacy rate is 62.34%, while the female literacy rate is 42.75%.