Kuruva
Kuruva is a village located in Perinthalmanna taluka of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Perinthalmanna (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Malappuram. As per 2009 stats, Kuruva village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kuruva unique in its vibrant Perinthalmanna-Malappuram region. You’ll see Kuruva’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 Kuruva
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuruva is 627495. The village spans a total geographical area of 3102 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679338. Malappuram is nearest town to Kuruva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Kuruva
Population of Kuruva
According to the 2011 Census, Kuruva has a total population of about 38,153, with approximately 18,252 males and 19,901 females. The sex ratio is around 1090 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 5,516 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 70. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.70%, with male literacy at about 80.69% and female literacy near 78.80%. There are around 7,233 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuruva's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38,153 | 18,252 | 19,901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5,516 | 2,831 | 2,685 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,118 | 1,061 | 1,057 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 30,408 | 14,727 | 15,681 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,745 | 3,525 | 4,220 |
Connectivity of Kuruva
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuruva. As per the 2011 stats, Kuruva 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 Kuruva
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuruva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuruva.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuruva
- Where is Kuruva located?
- Kuruva village is situated in Perinthalmanna Taluka, within the Malappuram district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuruva?
- Kuruva serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kuruva?
- The pincode of Kuruva is 679338, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuruva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuruva is 38,153, with 18,252 males and 19,901 females.
- How many households are there in Kuruva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuruva village has a total of 7,233 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuruva as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuruva is 79.70%. The male literacy rate is 80.69%, while the female literacy rate is 78.80%.