Kurchi
Kurchi is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Srimangala is the gram panchayat of Kurchi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurchi unique in its vibrant Virajpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Kurchi’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 Kurchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurchi is 618076. The village spans a total geographical area of 4789.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571217. Virajpet is nearest town to Kurchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Kurchi
Population of Kurchi
According to the 2011 Census, Kurchi has a total population of about 1,724, with approximately 874 males and 850 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 66 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 727. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.59%, with male literacy at about 69.79% and female literacy near 63.29%. There are around 506 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurchi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,724 | 874 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 89 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 727 | 365 | 362 |
| Literate Population | 1,148 | 610 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 264 | 312 |
Connectivity of Kurchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurchi. As per the 2011 stats, Kurchi 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 Kurchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurchi
- Where is Kurchi located?
- Kurchi village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurchi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurchi is Srimangala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurchi?
- The pincode of Kurchi is 571217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurchi is 1,724, with 874 males and 850 females.
- How many households are there in Kurchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurchi village has a total of 506 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurchi is 66.59%. The male literacy rate is 69.79%, while the female literacy rate is 63.29%.