Kurli - Nippani, Belagavi
Kurli is a village situated in the Nippani taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 33 km from Chikodi and around 87 km from Belgaum. Kurli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurli is 597118. The village covers a total geographical area of 1112.64 hectares and falls under the 591241 pincode. Nipani is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kurli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nippani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurli
As per Census 2011, Kurli village has a total population of 6,069 people, consisting of 3,065 males and 3,004 females. The village has 1,310 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 686 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,211 literate and 1,858 illiterate residents. Additionally, 672 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,069 | 3,065 | 3,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 686 | 384 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 672 | 330 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,211 | 2,373 | 1,838 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,858 | 692 | 1,166 |
Nearby Villages of Kurli
Kurli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatnaganur | West | 2.27 km |
| Soundalga | East | 3.45 km |
| Mhakave | West | 3.88 km |
| Budihal | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Chikhali | South | 4.23 km |
| Kaulage | South-West | 4.58 km |
| Mattiwade | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Hanabarawadi | North-East | 4.89 km |
| Hadnal | West | 5.65 km |
| Anur | South-West | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurli
Kurli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valivade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nipani to Kurli is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Kurli is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kurli
Where is Kurli located?
Kurli village is located in Nippani Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurli?
Kurli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurli?
The pincode of Kurli is 591241.
What is the population of Kurli?
Kurli has a total population of 6,069, including 3,065 males and 3,004 females.
How many households are there in Kurli?
There are 1,310 households in Kurli.
What is the literacy rate in Kurli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurli is 69.39%. Male literacy is 77.42% and female literacy is 61.19%.