Kuran
Kuran is a village located in Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.2km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatal. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Kuran village. As per 2009 stats, Sultanpur is the gram panchayat of Kuran village.
Kuran has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Kuran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuran is 337678. The village spans a total geographical area of 282.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721222. Kharar is nearest town to Kuran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kuran
Population of Kuran
Below is a concise population overview of Kuran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,242 | 1,631 | 1,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 183 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,988 | 1,001 | 987 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,936 | 1,088 | 848 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,306 | 543 | 763 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kuran village:
- The total population of Kuran village is around 3,242, including approximately 1,631 males and 1,611 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 371 children aged 0–6 years in Kuran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kuran village has 1,988 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 94 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kuran village is about 59.72%, with male literacy at 66.71% and female literacy at 52.64%.
- There are around 639 households in Kuran village.
Connectivity of Kuran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuran. As per the 2011 stats, Kuran 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuran
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuran
- Where is Kuran located?
- Kuran village is situated in Ghatal Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuran?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuran is Sultanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuran?
- The pincode of Kuran is 721222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuran is 3,242, with 1,631 males and 1,611 females.
- How many households are there in Kuran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuran village has a total of 639 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuran is 59.72%. The male literacy rate is 66.71%, while the female literacy rate is 52.64%.