Kurchandi
Kurchandi is a village located in Nanoor subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.8km away from sub-district headquarter Chandidas Nanur. Suri is the district headquarter of Kurchandi village. As per 2009 stats, Barasaota is the gram panchayat of Kurchandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurchandi unique in its vibrant Nanoor-Birbhum region. You’ll see Kurchandi’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 Kurchandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurchandi is 317674. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731301. Bolpur is nearest town to Kurchandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kurchandi
Population of Kurchandi
According to the 2011 Census, Kurchandi has a total population of about 1,226, with approximately 618 males and 608 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 878 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.37%, with male literacy at about 80.26% and female literacy near 70.39%. There are around 271 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurchandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,226 | 618 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 878 | 450 | 428 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 924 | 496 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 122 | 180 |
Connectivity of Kurchandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurchandi. As per the 2011 stats, Kurchandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurchandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurchandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurchandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurchandi
- Where is Kurchandi located?
- Kurchandi village is situated in Nanoor Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurchandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurchandi is Barasaota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurchandi?
- The pincode of Kurchandi is 731301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurchandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurchandi is 1,226, with 618 males and 608 females.
- How many households are there in Kurchandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurchandi village has a total of 271 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurchandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurchandi is 75.37%. The male literacy rate is 80.26%, while the female literacy rate is 70.39%.