Kurichhamot - Gopiballavpur - I, Jhargram
Kurichhamot is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Alampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurichhamot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurichhamot is 340780. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.66 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Kurichhamot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurichhamot
As per Census 2011, Kurichhamot village has a total population of 777 people, consisting of 392 males and 385 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurichhamot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 777 | 392 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 34 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 114 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 236 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 156 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Kurichhamot
Kurichhamot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kurichhamot
Kurichhamot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jhargram to Kurichhamot is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurichhamot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurichhamot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurichhamot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurichhamot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kurichhamot
Where is Kurichhamot located?
Kurichhamot village is located in Gopiballavpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurichhamot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurichhamot is Alampur.
What is the pincode of Kurichhamot?
The pincode of Kurichhamot is 721506.
What is the population of Kurichhamot?
Kurichhamot has a total population of 777, including 392 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Kurichhamot?
There are 162 households in Kurichhamot.
What is the literacy rate in Kurichhamot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurichhamot is 49.16%. Male literacy is 60.20% and female literacy is 37.92%.