Kurkhali
Kurkhali is a village located in Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shirpur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Dhule. As per 2009 stats, Kurkhali village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurkhali unique in its vibrant Shirpur-Dhule region. You’ll see Kurkhali’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 Kurkhali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkhali is 526067. The village spans a total geographical area of 595.15 hectares. Shirpur is nearest town to Kurkhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kurkhali
Population of Kurkhali
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkhali has a total population of about 1,636, with approximately 818 males and 818 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 227 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 942. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.94%, with male literacy at about 68.58% and female literacy near 59.29%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurkhali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,636 | 818 | 818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 942 | 463 | 479 |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 561 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 257 | 333 |
Connectivity of Kurkhali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkhali. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkhali 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 Kurkhali
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkhali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkhali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkhali
- Where is Kurkhali located?
- Kurkhali village is situated in Shirpur Tehsil, within the Dhule district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkhali?
- Kurkhali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurkhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkhali is 1,636, with 818 males and 818 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkhali village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkhali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkhali is 63.94%. The male literacy rate is 68.58%, while the female literacy rate is 59.29%.