Kurkuba
Kurkuba is a village located in Galsi Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. Barddhaman and Galsi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kurkuba village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kurkuba village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurkuba unique in its vibrant Galsi Ii-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Kurkuba’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kurkuba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkuba is 319961. The village spans a total geographical area of 236.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713406. Burdwan is nearest town to Kurkuba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurkuba village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Galsi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurkuba
Population of Kurkuba
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkuba has a total population of about 2,714, with approximately 1,409 males and 1,305 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 285 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 975 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 41. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.41%, with male literacy at about 78.07% and female literacy near 62.15%. There are around 653 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurkuba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,714 | 1,409 | 1,305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 152 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 975 | 501 | 474 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,911 | 1,100 | 811 |
| Illiterate Population | 803 | 309 | 494 |
Connectivity of Kurkuba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkuba. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkuba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurkuba
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkuba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkuba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkuba
- Where is Kurkuba located?
- Kurkuba village is situated in Galsi Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuba?
- Kurkuba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kurkuba?
- The pincode of Kurkuba is 713406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurkuba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkuba is 2,714, with 1,409 males and 1,305 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkuba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkuba village has a total of 653 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkuba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkuba is 70.41%. The male literacy rate is 78.07%, while the female literacy rate is 62.15%.