Kurubarakunte - Devanahalli, Bengaluru Rural
Kurubarakunte is a village situated in the Devanahalli taluka of Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from Devanahalli and around 40 km from Bangalore Rural. Avathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurubarakunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurubarakunte is 625374. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.85 hectares. Devanahalli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kurubarakunte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devanahalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurubarakunte
As per Census 2011, Kurubarakunte village has a total population of 970 people, consisting of 494 males and 476 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 621 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurubarakunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 970 | 494 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 39 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 263 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 361 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 133 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Kurubarakunte
Kurubarakunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lalagondanahalli | West | 1.23 km |
| Binnamangala | South | 1.36 km |
| Abachikkanahalli | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Gobbarakunte | North | 2.14 km |
| Dodda Thattamangala | East | 2.25 km |
| Gokare | South | 2.68 km |
| Koramangala | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Thammenahalli | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Guduvanahalli | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Devanahalli | South-West | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurubarakunte
Kurubarakunte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Avati, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devanahalli to Kurubarakunte is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore Rural to Kurubarakunte is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurubarakunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurubarakunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurubarakunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurubarakunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kurubarakunte
Where is Kurubarakunte located?
Kurubarakunte village is located in Devanahalli Taluka, Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurubarakunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurubarakunte is Avathi.
What is the population of Kurubarakunte?
Kurubarakunte has a total population of 970, including 494 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Kurubarakunte?
There are 210 households in Kurubarakunte.
What is the literacy rate in Kurubarakunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurubarakunte is 64.02%. Male literacy is 73.08% and female literacy is 54.62%.