Kurum 1 - Murtijapur, Akola
Kurum 1 is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Kurum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurum 1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurum 1 is 530277. The village covers a total geographical area of 2202 hectares and falls under the 444106 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kurum 1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurum 1
As per Census 2011, Kurum 1 village has a total population of 6,399 people, consisting of 3,287 males and 3,112 females. The village has 1,351 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 770 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,113 literate and 1,286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,081 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurum 1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,399 | 3,287 | 3,112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 770 | 389 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,081 | 549 | 532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 170 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 5,113 | 2,691 | 2,422 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,286 | 596 | 690 |
Nearby Villages of Kurum 1
Kurum 1 is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kurum 1
Kurum 1 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kurum 1 has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Kurum 1 is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Kurum 1 is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurum 1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurum 1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurum 1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurum 1 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurum 1
Where is Kurum 1 located?
Kurum 1 village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurum 1?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurum 1 is Kurum.
What is the pincode of Kurum 1?
The pincode of Kurum 1 is 444106.
What is the population of Kurum 1?
Kurum 1 has a total population of 6,399, including 3,287 males and 3,112 females.
How many households are there in Kurum 1?
There are 1,351 households in Kurum 1.
What is the literacy rate in Kurum 1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurum 1 is 79.90%. Male literacy is 81.87% and female literacy is 77.83%.