Kurkuria

Kurkuria is a village located in Magrahat I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.5km away from sub-district headquarter Usthi (tehsildar office) and 40.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Lakshmikantapur is the gram panchayat of Kurkuria village.

Kurkuria has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Kurkuria

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkuria is 334170. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743609. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Kurkuria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Kurkuria

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,033 524 509
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 172 88 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 385 198 187
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 628 342 286
Illiterate Population 405 182 223

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

  • The total population of Kurkuria village is around 1,033, including approximately 524 males and 509 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Kurkuria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurkuria village has 385 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kurkuria village is about 60.79%, with male literacy at 65.27% and female literacy at 56.19%.
  • There are around 238 households in Kurkuria village.

Connectivity of Kurkuria

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkuria. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkuria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kurkuria

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

Tulyan Khanpur Jalghara Banspalla Bahirpua Karpansara Mahishamuri Sarachi Bhagabanpur Malaya Hatuganj Ektara

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkuria

Where is Kurkuria located?
Kurkuria village is situated in Magrahat I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurkuria is Lakshmikantapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kurkuria?
The pincode of Kurkuria is 743609, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurkuria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkuria is 1,033, with 524 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Kurkuria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurkuria village has a total of 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurkuria as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkuria is 60.79%. The male literacy rate is 65.27%, while the female literacy rate is 56.19%.