Kurkuri

Kurkuri is a village located in Khanakul I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Khanakul (tehsildar office) and 77.6km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Tantisal is the gram panchayat of Kurkuri village.

Kurkuri has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kurkuri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkuri is 325881. The village spans a total geographical area of 268.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712415. Arambagh is nearest town to Kurkuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kurkuri 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 Pursurah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kurkuri

Below is a concise population overview of Kurkuri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,008 1,547 1,461
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 319 157 162
Scheduled Castes (SC) 705 360 345
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,131 1,236 895
Illiterate Population 877 311 566

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurkuri village:

  • The total population of Kurkuri village is around 3,008, including approximately 1,547 males and 1,461 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 319 children aged 0–6 years in Kurkuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurkuri village has 705 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kurkuri village is about 70.84%, with male literacy at 79.90% and female literacy at 61.26%.
  • There are around 687 households in Kurkuri village.

Connectivity of Kurkuri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkuri. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkuri 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 Kurkuri

Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkuri.

Pantahari Balipur Daspur Purbba Radhanagar Kanakpur Durgapur Jagannathpur Amarpur Jakri Arunda Chhatrashali

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkuri

Where is Kurkuri located?
Kurkuri village is situated in Khanakul I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurkuri is Tantisal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kurkuri?
The pincode of Kurkuri is 712415, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurkuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkuri is 3,008, with 1,547 males and 1,461 females.
How many households are there in Kurkuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurkuri village has a total of 687 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurkuri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkuri is 70.84%. The male literacy rate is 79.90%, while the female literacy rate is 61.26%.