Kurkuta
Kurkuta is a village located in Manbazar I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.5km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 47.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Baramasya Ramnagar is the gram panchayat of Kurkuta village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurkuta unique in its vibrant Manbazar I-Puruliya region. You’ll see Kurkuta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kurkuta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkuta is 331964. The village spans a total geographical area of 158.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723151. Purulia is nearest town to Kurkuta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Kurkuta
Population of Kurkuta
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkuta has a total population of about 374, with approximately 193 males and 181 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 349. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.61%, with male literacy at about 71.50% and female literacy near 38.67%. There are around 80 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurkuta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 374 | 193 | 181 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 181 | 168 |
Literate Population | 208 | 138 | 70 |
Illiterate Population | 166 | 55 | 111 |
Connectivity of Kurkuta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkuta. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkuta 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 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurkuta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkuta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkuta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkuta
- Where is Kurkuta located?
- Kurkuta village is situated in Manbazar I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurkuta is Baramasya Ramnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurkuta?
- The pincode of Kurkuta is 723151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkuta is 374, with 193 males and 181 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkuta village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkuta is 55.61%. The male literacy rate is 71.50%, while the female literacy rate is 38.67%.