Kurgaon
Kurgaon is a village located in Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Tilhar (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Shahjahanpur. As per 2009 stats, Kurgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurgaon unique in its vibrant Tilhar-Shahjahanpur region. You’ll see Kurgaon’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 Kurgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurgaon is 133376. The village spans a total geographical area of 242.67 hectares. Tilhar is nearest town to Kurgaon village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kurgaon
Population of Kurgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kurgaon has a total population of about 1,299, with approximately 718 males and 581 females. The sex ratio is around 809 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 218 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 323 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 22.56%, with male literacy at about 24.79% and female literacy near 19.79%. There are around 243 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,299 | 718 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 117 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 177 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 293 | 178 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 540 | 466 |
Connectivity of Kurgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kurgaon 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurgaon
- Where is Kurgaon located?
- Kurgaon village is situated in Tilhar Tehsil, within the Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurgaon?
- Kurgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurgaon is 1,299, with 718 males and 581 females.
- How many households are there in Kurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurgaon village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurgaon is 22.56%. The male literacy rate is 24.79%, while the female literacy rate is 19.79%.