Kurum
About Kurum
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kurum village is 530277. Kurum village is located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Kurum village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2202 hectares. Kurum has a total population of 6,399 peoples, out of which male population is 3,287 while female population is 3,112. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 946 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kurum village is 79.90% out of which 81.87% males and 77.83% females are literate. There are about 1,351 houses in kurum village. Pincode of kurum village locality is 444106.
When it comes to administration, Kurum village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kurum village comes under Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Akola Lok Sabha constituency. Murtijapur is nearest town to kurum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Kurum
The population details of Kurum cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,399 | 3,287 | 3,112 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 770 | 389 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,081 | 549 | 532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 337 | 170 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 5,113 | 2,691 | 2,422 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,286 | 596 | 690 |
Connectivity of Kurum
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kurum
Where is Kurum located?
Kurum village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurum?
Kurum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kurum?
The pincode of Kurum is 444106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurum is 6,399, with 3,287 males and 3,112 females.
How many households are there in Kurum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurum village has a total of 1,351 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurum is 79.90%. The male literacy rate is 81.87%, while the female literacy rate is 77.83%.