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.

Kurni 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 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.

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Population of Kurni

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kurni village is around 3,762, including approximately 1,752 males and 2,010 females, with a sex ratio of 1147 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 534 children aged 0–6 years in Kurni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurni village has 1,010 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kurni village is about 63.69%, with male literacy at 73.57% and female literacy at 55.07%.
  • There are around 551 households in Kurni village.

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%.