Kuriyari - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Kuriyari is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Golhagaor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuriyari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuriyari is 200211. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.2 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode.
Kuriyari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuriyari
According to the 2011 Census, Kuriyari village had a total population of 475 people, including 241 males and 234 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.05%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 68.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 241 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 190 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 51 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Kuriyari
Kuriyari 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 Kuriyari
Kuriyari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kuriyari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jaunpur to Kuriyari is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuriyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuriyari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuriyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuriyari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuriyari
Where is Kuriyari located?
Kuriyari village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuriyari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuriyari is Golhagaor.
What is the pincode of Kuriyari?
The pincode of Kuriyari is 223101.
What is the population of Kuriyari?
Kuriyari had a total population of 475, including 241 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Kuriyari?
Kuriyari had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuriyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuriyari was 80.05%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 68.53%.