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
According to the 2011 Census, Kururiya Balarampur village had a total population of 249 people, including 140 males and 109 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 779 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.13%, with male literacy at 84.68% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 249 | 140 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 249, including 140 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Kururiya Balarampur?
Kururiya Balarampur had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kururiya Balarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kururiya Balarampur was 78.13%. Male literacy was 84.68% and female literacy was 70.00%.