Churku

Churku is a village located in Bundwan subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.3km away from sub-district headquarter Bandwan (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Kumra is the gram panchayat of Churku village.

Churku 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 Churku

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Churku is 332411. The village spans a total geographical area of 222.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723129. Tata is nearest town to Churku village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Churku

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 705 330 375
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 110 52 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 9 2 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 609 288 321
Literate Population 338 186 152
Illiterate Population 367 144 223

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

  • The total population of Churku village is around 705, including approximately 330 males and 375 females, with a sex ratio of 1136 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Churku village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Churku village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 609 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Churku village is about 47.94%, with male literacy at 56.36% and female literacy at 40.53%.
  • There are around 141 households in Churku village.

Connectivity of Churku

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Churku. As per the 2011 stats, Churku 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Churku

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Churku

Where is Churku located?
Churku village is situated in Bundwan Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churku?
The Gram Panchayat of Churku is Kumra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Churku?
The pincode of Churku is 723129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Churku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Churku is 705, with 330 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Churku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Churku village has a total of 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churku as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Churku is 47.94%. The male literacy rate is 56.36%, while the female literacy rate is 40.53%.