Village code 257492

Kurma Village, Nawada Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Kurma is a village in Nawada Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Nawada district, Bihar. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Kurma village map in Bihar
Kurma village map image for Nawada Block, Bihar.

Village Overview

Kurma is a village in Nawada Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Nawada district, Bihar. For Kurma, the population is 3,504 and Census village code is 257492. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Kurma village
Village code257492
Population3,504
Households597
Area311 ha / 3.11 sq. km / 768 acres
Population density1,127 people per sq. km
Sex ratio900 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townNawada (3 km)
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtNawada
Census 2011 districtNawada

Location and Administration

Kurma comes under Kurma gram panchayat and Nawada C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Nawada Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Nawada at 3 km. The Census district headquarters, Nawada, is 3 km away.

Administrative details for Kurma
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtNawada
Census 2011 districtNawada
State code10
District code237
Block / Census sub-district code1512
C.D. Block code500
Block panchayat code500

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Kurma village and its household count.

Total population

3,504 residents in 597 households

Male population

1,844

Female population

1,660

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 930; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 2

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Kurma
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Kurma
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatAvailable
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Kurma
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power12 hours per day
Winter domestic power14 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Kurma
Net area sown197.27 hectares
Irrigated area142.10 hectares
Unirrigated area55.17 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area125.33 hectares
Non-agricultural area83.10 hectares
Current fallow land2.25 hectares
Other fallow land3.70 hectares
Main cropPaddy

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Kurma
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Nawada, 5-10 km away.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Nawada, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Nawada, within 5 km.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Kurma

Nawada (3 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Nawada is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Kurma
Nearest major townNawada (3 km)
Block headquartersNawada (3 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Kurma. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Kurma
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 2
Government OthersAvailable; 1
Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient4
Non Government Medical Facilities in and Out Patient10
Covered WellAvailable
Covered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Auto Modified AutosAvailable
TaxiAvailable
VansAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine DrivenAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Weekly HaatAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kurma village located?

Kurma is located in Nawada Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Nawada.

Which Block is Kurma in?

Kurma is in Nawada Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Kurma in?

District: Nawada.

What is the village code of Kurma?

The Census village code of Kurma is 257492.

What is the population of Kurma?

Kurma has 3,504 residents in 597 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Kurma?

The nearest statutory town to Kurma is Nawada (3 km).

Which crops are grown in Kurma?

The main crops reported for Kurma are Paddy.

What land-use details are available for Kurma?

Land-use details for Kurma include net area sown: 197.27 hectares, irrigated area: 142.10 hectares, and unirrigated area: 55.17 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Kurma?

Government primary school status for Kurma is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Kurma?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Kurma?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Kurma?

The total geographical area of Kurma is 311 hectares.

How many households are in Kurma?

Kurma has 597 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Kurma?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

Is electricity available for homes in Kurma?

Domestic power supply is available in the village.

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