Kururiya Balarampur - Barjora, Bankura
Kururiya Balarampur is a village situated in the Barjora subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Khanrari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kururiya Balarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kururiya Balarampur is 327294. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.41 hectares and falls under the 722202 pincode. Durgapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kururiya Balarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kururiya Balarampur
As per Census 2011, Kururiya Balarampur village has a total population of 249 people, consisting of 140 males and 109 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 778 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kururiya Balarampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 140 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 105 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 35 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Kururiya Balarampur
Kururiya Balarampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kururiya | East | 0.45 km |
| Enayetpur | West | 0.50 km |
| Malkuriya | North | 0.79 km |
| Kalberia | South | 0.85 km |
| Ekarya | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Dangarpara | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Namaghansara | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Majuddagara | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Lalbazar | East | 1.53 km |
| Phulberya | West | 1.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kururiya Balarampur
Kururiya Balarampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kalisen, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Durgapur to Kururiya Balarampur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kururiya Balarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kururiya Balarampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kururiya Balarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kururiya Balarampur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kururiya Balarampur
Where is Kururiya Balarampur located?
Kururiya Balarampur village is located in Barjora Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kururiya Balarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kururiya Balarampur is Khanrari.
What is the pincode of Kururiya Balarampur?
The pincode of Kururiya Balarampur is 722202.
What is the population of Kururiya Balarampur?
Kururiya Balarampur has a total population of 249, including 140 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Kururiya Balarampur?
There are 51 households in Kururiya Balarampur.
What is the literacy rate in Kururiya Balarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kururiya Balarampur is 70.28%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 64.22%.