Kurgam
Kurgam is a village located in Dharampur taluka of Valsad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dharampur (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Valsad. As per 2009 stats, Kurgam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurgam unique in its vibrant Dharampur-Valsad region. You’ll see Kurgam’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 Kurgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurgam is 523384. The village spans a total geographical area of 491.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 396007. Dharampur is nearest town to Kurgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kurgam
Population of Kurgam
According to the 2011 Census, Kurgam has a total population of about 2,542, with approximately 1,278 males and 1,264 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 294 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,490. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.66%, with male literacy at about 68.70% and female literacy near 52.53%. There are around 497 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurgam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,542 | 1,278 | 1,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 158 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,490 | 1,253 | 1,237 |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 878 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,000 | 400 | 600 |
Connectivity of Kurgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurgam. As per the 2011 stats, Kurgam 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurgam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurgam
- Where is Kurgam located?
- Kurgam village is situated in Dharampur Taluka, within the Valsad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurgam?
- Kurgam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kurgam?
- The pincode of Kurgam is 396007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurgam is 2,542, with 1,278 males and 1,264 females.
- How many households are there in Kurgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurgam village has a total of 497 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurgam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurgam is 60.66%. The male literacy rate is 68.70%, while the female literacy rate is 52.53%.