Kurigam
Kurigam is a village located in Kothuru mandal of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kothuru (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Srikakulam. As per 2009 stats, Khurigam is the gram panchayat of Kurigam village.
Kurigam has its own place in the vibrant Srikakulam 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 Kurigam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurigam is 580096. The village spans a total geographical area of 218 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 532457. Parlakimidi (orissa) is nearest town to Kurigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kurigam
Population of Kurigam
Below is a concise population overview of Kurigam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,569 | 817 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 79 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 167 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 546 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 271 | 440 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurigam village:
- The total population of Kurigam village is around 1,569, including approximately 817 males and 752 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Kurigam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kurigam village has 285 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 64 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kurigam village is about 54.68%, with male literacy at 66.83% and female literacy at 41.49%.
- There are around 348 households in Kurigam village.
Connectivity of Kurigam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurigam. As per the 2011 stats, Kurigam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurigam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurigam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurigam
- Where is Kurigam located?
- Kurigam village is situated in Kothuru Mandal, within the Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurigam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurigam is Khurigam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurigam?
- The pincode of Kurigam is 532457, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurigam is 1,569, with 817 males and 752 females.
- How many households are there in Kurigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurigam village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurigam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurigam is 54.68%. The male literacy rate is 66.83%, while the female literacy rate is 41.49%.