Kurni
Kurni is a village located in Balarampur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.7km away from sub-district headquarter Balarampur (tehsildar office) and 49.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Darda is the gram panchayat of Kurni village.
Kurni has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Kurni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurni is 331736. The village spans a total geographical area of 385.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723143. Balarampur is nearest town to Kurni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kurni
Below is a concise population overview of Kurni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,288 | 673 | 615 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 99 | 76 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 131 | 110 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 228 | 239 |
Literate Population | 702 | 450 | 252 |
Illiterate Population | 586 | 223 | 363 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurni village:
- The total population of Kurni village is around 1,288, including approximately 673 males and 615 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 175 children aged 0–6 years in Kurni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kurni village has 241 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 467 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kurni village is about 54.50%, with male literacy at 66.86% and female literacy at 40.98%.
- There are around 273 households in Kurni village.
Connectivity of Kurni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurni. As per the 2011 stats, Kurni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurni
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurni
- Where is Kurni located?
- Kurni village is situated in Balarampur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurni is Darda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurni?
- The pincode of Kurni is 723143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurni is 1,288, with 673 males and 615 females.
- How many households are there in Kurni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurni village has a total of 273 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurni is 54.50%. The male literacy rate is 66.86%, while the female literacy rate is 40.98%.