Kursandi - Lalganj, Rae Bareli
Kursandi is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Kursandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kursandi is 144555. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.16 hectares and falls under the 229210 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kursandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harchandpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kursandi
According to the 2011 Census, Kursandi village had a total population of 1,166 people, including 606 males and 560 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.12%, with male literacy at 93.17% and female literacy at 74.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,166 | 606 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 874 | 505 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 101 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Kursandi
Kursandi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisramau | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Lalpur | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Hardi | South-East | 0.99 km |
| Niyoti | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Sadullapur | North | 1.18 km |
| Vijati Khera | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Baraundi | East | 1.54 km |
| Pokhari | West | 1.91 km |
| Khanpur Khusti | South | 1.97 km |
| Kutubpur | South-West | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kursandi
Kursandi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Raghuraj Singh, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rae Bareli to Kursandi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rae Bareli to Kursandi 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 Kursandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kursandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kursandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kursandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kursandi
Where is Kursandi located?
Kursandi village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kursandi?
Kursandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kursandi?
The pincode of Kursandi is 229210.
What is the population of Kursandi?
Kursandi had a total population of 1,166, including 606 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Kursandi?
Kursandi had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kursandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kursandi was 84.12%. Male literacy was 93.17% and female literacy was 74.25%.