Kurha

Kurha is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Kudha is the gram panchayat of Kurha village.

Kurha has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kurha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurha is 201486. The village spans a total geographical area of 310.23 hectares. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Kurha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kurha 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 Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kurha

Below is a concise population overview of Kurha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,936 870 1,066
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 290 140 150
Scheduled Castes (SC) 140 62 78
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,121 615 506
Illiterate Population 815 255 560

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurha village:

  • The total population of Kurha village is around 1,936, including approximately 870 males and 1,066 females, with a sex ratio of 1225 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 290 children aged 0–6 years in Kurha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurha village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kurha village is about 57.90%, with male literacy at 70.69% and female literacy at 47.47%.
  • There are around 295 households in Kurha village.

Connectivity of Kurha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurha. As per the 2011 stats, Kurha 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kurha

Knowing the nearby villages of Kurha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurha.

Shekhpur Gopal Patti Kathar Saraiya Seura Nizamuddinpur Pahsana Kasnahi Gahni Madhaipur Malsil

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurha

Where is Kurha located?
Kurha village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurha is Kudha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kurha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurha is 1,936, with 870 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Kurha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurha village has a total of 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurha is 57.90%. The male literacy rate is 70.69%, while the female literacy rate is 47.47%.