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.
Kurchi has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kurchi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurchi village:
- The total population of Kurchi village is around 1,724, including approximately 874 males and 850 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Kurchi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kurchi village has 66 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 727 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kurchi village is about 66.59%, with male literacy at 69.79% and female literacy at 63.29%.
- There are around 506 households in Kurchi village.
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%.