Kuraldanga - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Kuraldanga is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 23.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Batun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuraldanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuraldanga is 310899. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.95 hectares and falls under the 733133 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kuraldanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kuraldanga
As per Census 2011, Kuraldanga village has a total population of 396 people, consisting of 193 males and 203 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 213 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 323 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuraldanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 193 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 155 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 118 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 75 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Kuraldanga
Kuraldanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telain | North-East | 0.68 km |
| Chak-ajhair | South-West | 0.83 km |
| Uzirpur | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Gholdara | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Ajhair | South | 1.41 km |
| Radhakrishnpur | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Anarpur | North | 1.46 km |
| Jamirbari | North | 1.65 km |
| Jhikakuri | West | 1.68 km |
| Matizapur | West | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuraldanga
Kuraldanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Kuraldanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Kuraldanga is about 23.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuraldanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuraldanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuraldanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuraldanga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuraldanga
Where is Kuraldanga located?
Kuraldanga village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuraldanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuraldanga is Batun.
What is the pincode of Kuraldanga?
The pincode of Kuraldanga is 733133.
What is the population of Kuraldanga?
Kuraldanga has a total population of 396, including 193 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Kuraldanga?
There are 109 households in Kuraldanga.
What is the literacy rate in Kuraldanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuraldanga is 53.79%. Male literacy is 61.14% and female literacy is 46.80%.