Kural - Chandurbazar, Amravati
Kural is a village situated in the Chandurbazar tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandurbazar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Kural Purna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kural village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kural is 532125. The village covers a total geographical area of 881.5 hectares and falls under the 444723 pincode. Chandurbazar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kural village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kural
As per Census 2011, Kural village has a total population of 1,722 people, consisting of 855 males and 867 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,290 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 589 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 118 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kural are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,722 | 855 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 115 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 589 | 288 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,290 | 670 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 185 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Kural
Kural is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Fubgaon | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Dattapur | East | 2.20 km |
| Pimpalkhuta | North | 2.39 km |
| Tonglapur | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Sayyadpur | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Haidatpur | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Wadala | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Jainpur | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Masod | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Akhatwada | South-East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kural
Kural is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chandur Bazar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandurbazar to Kural is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Kural is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kural
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kural village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kural
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kural village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kural
Where is Kural located?
Kural village is located in Chandurbazar Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kural?
The Gram Panchayat of Kural is Kural Purna.
What is the pincode of Kural?
The pincode of Kural is 444723.
What is the population of Kural?
Kural has a total population of 1,722, including 855 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Kural?
There are 404 households in Kural.
What is the literacy rate in Kural?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kural is 74.91%. Male literacy is 78.36% and female literacy is 71.51%.