Kuraniya - Harraiya, Basti
Kuraniya is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Madna Majha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuraniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuraniya is 179983. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.6 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Kuraniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuraniya
According to the 2011 Census, Kuraniya village had a total population of 149 people, including 79 males and 70 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.97%, with male literacy at 46.48% and female literacy at 47.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 46 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kuraniya
Kuraniya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kuraniya
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Kuraniya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Kuraniya
Where is Kuraniya located?
Kuraniya village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuraniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuraniya is Madna Majha.
What is the pincode of Kuraniya?
The pincode of Kuraniya is 272301.
What is the population of Kuraniya?
Kuraniya had a total population of 149, including 79 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Kuraniya?
Kuraniya had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuraniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuraniya was 46.97%. Male literacy was 46.48% and female literacy was 47.54%.