Kuru

Kuru is a village located in Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Pindra (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Varanasi. As per 2009 stats, Kuru village is also a gram panchayat.

Kuru has its own place in the vibrant Varanasi 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 Kuru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuru is 208564. The village spans a total geographical area of 283.68 hectares. Varanasi is nearest town to Kuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.

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Population of Kuru

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,690 1,360 1,330
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 413 224 189
Scheduled Castes (SC) 337 179 158
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,745 1,029 716
Illiterate Population 945 331 614

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

  • The total population of Kuru village is around 2,690, including approximately 1,360 males and 1,330 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 413 children aged 0–6 years in Kuru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kuru village has 337 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kuru village is about 64.87%, with male literacy at 75.66% and female literacy at 53.83%.
  • There are around 366 households in Kuru village.

Connectivity of Kuru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuru. As per the 2011 stats, Kuru 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kuru

Knowing the nearby villages of Kuru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuru.

Dinapur Itha Kuri Chilbila Kodai Piyarpur Isarwarpur Gajapur Shekhanipur Patere Bauliya

Frequently Asked Questions about Kuru

Where is Kuru located?
Kuru village is situated in Pindra Tehsil, within the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuru?
Kuru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kuru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuru is 2,690, with 1,360 males and 1,330 females.
How many households are there in Kuru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kuru village has a total of 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuru is 64.87%. The male literacy rate is 75.66%, while the female literacy rate is 53.83%.