Kurichy
Kurichy is a village located in Changanassery taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Changanassery (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Kurichy village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurichy unique in its vibrant Changanassery-Kottayam region. You’ll see Kurichy’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 Kurichy
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurichy is 628181. The village spans a total geographical area of 1622 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686549. Changanassery is nearest town to Kurichy village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurichy village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Changanassery Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurichy
Population of Kurichy
According to the 2011 Census, Kurichy has a total population of about 35,815, with approximately 17,502 males and 18,313 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,628 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 255. The overall literacy rate is approximately 88.35%, with male literacy at about 88.78% and female literacy near 87.95%. There are around 8,812 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurichy's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35,815 | 17,502 | 18,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,254 | 1,641 | 1,613 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,628 | 2,236 | 2,392 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 124 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 31,644 | 15,538 | 16,106 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,171 | 1,964 | 2,207 |
Connectivity of Kurichy
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurichy. As per the 2011 stats, Kurichy 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurichy
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurichy helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurichy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurichy
- Where is Kurichy located?
- Kurichy village is situated in Changanassery Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurichy?
- Kurichy serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kurichy?
- The pincode of Kurichy is 686549, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurichy as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurichy is 35,815, with 17,502 males and 18,313 females.
- How many households are there in Kurichy as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurichy village has a total of 8,812 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurichy as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurichy is 88.35%. The male literacy rate is 88.78%, while the female literacy rate is 87.95%.