Kuri Bazar - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Kuri Bazar is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Kuri Bazar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuri Bazar is 187242. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kuri Bazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuri Bazar
As per Census 2011, Kuri Bazar village has a total population of 4,105 people, consisting of 2,143 males and 1,962 females. The village has 646 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 526 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,637 literate and 1,468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuri Bazar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,105 | 2,143 | 1,962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 526 | 285 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,108 | 583 | 525 |
| Literate Population | 2,637 | 1,558 | 1,079 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,468 | 585 | 883 |
Nearby Villages of Kuri Bazar
Kuri Bazar 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 Kuri Bazar
Kuri Bazar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Kuri Bazar is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuri Bazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuri Bazar 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 Kuri Bazar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuri Bazar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuri Bazar
Where is Kuri Bazar located?
Kuri Bazar village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuri Bazar?
Kuri Bazar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuri Bazar?
The pincode of Kuri Bazar is 273404.
What is the population of Kuri Bazar?
Kuri Bazar has a total population of 4,105, including 2,143 males and 1,962 females.
How many households are there in Kuri Bazar?
There are 646 households in Kuri Bazar.
What is the literacy rate in Kuri Bazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuri Bazar is 64.24%. Male literacy is 72.70% and female literacy is 54.99%.