Kurni
Kurni is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Kurni village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurni unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Kurni’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 Kurni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurni is 201478. The village spans a total geographical area of 478.9 hectares. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Kurni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurni 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.
Google Map of Kurni
Population of Kurni
According to the 2011 Census, Kurni has a total population of about 3,762, with approximately 1,752 males and 2,010 females. The sex ratio is around 1147 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 534 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,010 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 63.69%, with male literacy at about 73.57% and female literacy near 55.07%. There are around 551 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,762 | 1,752 | 2,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 286 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,010 | 471 | 539 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,396 | 1,289 | 1,107 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,366 | 463 | 903 |
Connectivity of Kurni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurni. As per the 2011 stats, Kurni 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Kurni
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurni
- Where is Kurni located?
- Kurni village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurni?
- Kurni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurni is 3,762, with 1,752 males and 2,010 females.
- How many households are there in Kurni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurni village has a total of 551 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurni is 63.69%. The male literacy rate is 73.57%, while the female literacy rate is 55.07%.