Kurhwa
Kurhwa is a village located in Harraiya tehsil of Basti district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Harraiya (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Basti. As per 2009 stats, Kurhwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurhwa unique in its vibrant Harraiya-Basti region. You’ll see Kurhwa’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 Kurhwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurhwa is 180328. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 272131. Basti is nearest town to Kurhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Kurhwa
Population of Kurhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kurhwa has a total population of about 832, with approximately 433 males and 399 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 308 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.58%, with male literacy at about 68.13% and female literacy near 52.38%. There are around 135 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurhwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 832 | 433 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 64 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 170 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 504 | 295 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 138 | 190 |
Connectivity of Kurhwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurhwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kurhwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurhwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurhwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurhwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurhwa
- Where is Kurhwa located?
- Kurhwa village is situated in Harraiya Tehsil, within the Basti district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurhwa?
- Kurhwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kurhwa?
- The pincode of Kurhwa is 272131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurhwa is 832, with 433 males and 399 females.
- How many households are there in Kurhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurhwa village has a total of 135 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurhwa is 60.58%. The male literacy rate is 68.13%, while the female literacy rate is 52.38%.