Kururiya - Barjora, Bankura
Kururiya is a village situated in the Barjora subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Khanrari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kururiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kururiya is 327293. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.8 hectares and falls under the 722203 pincode. Durgapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kururiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kururiya
According to the 2011 Census, Kururiya village had a total population of 305 people, including 158 males and 147 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.33%, with male literacy at 85.11% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 305 | 158 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 120 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 38 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Kururiya
Kururiya 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 Balarampur | West | 0.45 km |
| Ekarya | North-East | 0.59 km |
| Malkuriya | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Enayetpur | West | 0.94 km |
| Kalberia | South | 0.98 km |
| Lalbazar | East | 1.11 km |
| Namaghansara | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Majuddagara | North | 1.31 km |
| Dangarpara | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Banshol | North-West | 1.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kururiya
Kururiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 25.9 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Durgapur to Kururiya 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kururiya 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
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kururiya
Where is Kururiya located?
Kururiya village is located in Barjora Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kururiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kururiya is Khanrari.
What is the pincode of Kururiya?
The pincode of Kururiya is 722203.
What is the population of Kururiya?
Kururiya had a total population of 305, including 158 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Kururiya?
Kururiya had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kururiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kururiya was 70.33%. Male literacy was 85.11% and female literacy was 54.55%.