Kurpan - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Kurpan is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Kudpan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurpan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurpan is 214203. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.85 hectares and falls under the 231212 pincode.
Kurpan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurpan
As per Census 2011, Kurpan village has a total population of 968 people, consisting of 513 males and 455 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 525 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurpan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 513 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 133 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 525 | 284 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 277 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 236 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Kurpan
Kurpan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Lambi | North | 1.36 km |
| Manaru Tola | South | 1.38 km |
| Ahir Burawa | South | 2.04 km |
| Lambi | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Bishram Pur | West | 2.88 km |
| Gohara | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Sago Bandh | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Korachi | North | 4.51 km |
| Gangahar | North-West | 5.59 km |
| Deohar Purab | West | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurpan
Public transport in the Kurpan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Kurpan is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurpan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurpan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurpan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurpan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurpan
Where is Kurpan located?
Kurpan village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurpan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurpan is Kudpan.
What is the pincode of Kurpan?
The pincode of Kurpan is 231212.
What is the population of Kurpan?
Kurpan has a total population of 968, including 513 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Kurpan?
There are 164 households in Kurpan.
What is the literacy rate in Kurpan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurpan is 41.43%. Male literacy is 54.00% and female literacy is 27.25%.