Kuragund
Kuragund is a village located in Sampgaon taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sampagaon (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Holihosur is the gram panchayat of Kuragund village.
Here you can discover what makes Kuragund unique in its vibrant Sampgaon-Belgaum region. You’ll see Kuragund’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 Kuragund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuragund is 598066. The village spans a total geographical area of 983.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591118. Belgaum is nearest town to Kuragund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kuragund
Population of Kuragund
According to the 2011 Census, Kuragund has a total population of about 1,876, with approximately 966 males and 910 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 240 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 572. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.69%, with male literacy at about 65.84% and female literacy near 51.10%. There are around 402 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuragund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,876 | 966 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 141 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 572 | 315 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 1,101 | 636 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 330 | 445 |
Connectivity of Kuragund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuragund. As per the 2011 stats, Kuragund 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 Kuragund
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuragund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuragund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuragund
- Where is Kuragund located?
- Kuragund village is situated in Sampgaon Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuragund?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuragund is Holihosur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuragund?
- The pincode of Kuragund is 591118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuragund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuragund is 1,876, with 966 males and 910 females.
- How many households are there in Kuragund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuragund village has a total of 402 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuragund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuragund is 58.69%. The male literacy rate is 65.84%, while the female literacy rate is 51.10%.