Kurund
Kurund is a village located in Parner tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Parner (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kurund village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurund unique in its vibrant Parner-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Kurund’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 Kurund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurund is 558396. The village spans a total geographical area of 970.42 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Kurund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurund 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 Parner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurund
Population of Kurund
According to the 2011 Census, Kurund has a total population of about 2,550, with approximately 1,310 males and 1,240 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 340 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 382 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 167. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.55%, with male literacy at about 73.05% and female literacy near 63.79%. There are around 421 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,550 | 1,310 | 1,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 190 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 191 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 1,748 | 957 | 791 |
| Illiterate Population | 802 | 353 | 449 |
Connectivity of Kurund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurund. As per the 2011 stats, Kurund 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurund
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurund
- Where is Kurund located?
- Kurund village is situated in Parner Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurund?
- Kurund serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurund is 2,550, with 1,310 males and 1,240 females.
- How many households are there in Kurund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurund village has a total of 421 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurund is 68.55%. The male literacy rate is 73.05%, while the female literacy rate is 63.79%.