Kurnad
Kurnad is a village located in Bantval taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Bantval (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Kurnadu is the gram panchayat of Kurnad village.
Kurnad has its own place in the vibrant Dakshina Kannada 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 Kurnad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurnad is 617562. The village spans a total geographical area of 635.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574153. Bantval is nearest town to Kurnad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Kurnad
Population of Kurnad
Below is a concise population overview of Kurnad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,718 | 1,369 | 1,349 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 134 | 110 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Literate Population | 2,186 | 1,151 | 1,035 |
Illiterate Population | 532 | 218 | 314 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurnad village:
- The total population of Kurnad village is around 2,718, including approximately 1,369 males and 1,349 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 244 children aged 0–6 years in Kurnad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kurnad village has 115 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kurnad village is about 80.43%, with male literacy at 84.08% and female literacy at 76.72%.
- There are around 571 households in Kurnad village.
Connectivity of Kurnad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurnad. As per the 2011 stats, Kurnad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurnad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurnad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurnad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurnad
- Where is Kurnad located?
- Kurnad village is situated in Bantval Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurnad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurnad is Kurnadu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurnad?
- The pincode of Kurnad is 574153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurnad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurnad is 2,718, with 1,369 males and 1,349 females.
- How many households are there in Kurnad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurnad village has a total of 571 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurnad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurnad is 80.43%. The male literacy rate is 84.08%, while the female literacy rate is 76.72%.