Kurud
Kurud is a village located in Desaiganj tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Desaiganj (vadasa) (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Kurud village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurud unique in its vibrant Desaiganj-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Kurud’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 Kurud
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurud is 538493. The village spans a total geographical area of 872.37 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Kurud village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Kurud
Population of Kurud
According to the 2011 Census, Kurud has a total population of about 5,910, with approximately 2,905 males and 3,005 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 609 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,134 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 140. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.26%, with male literacy at about 75.73% and female literacy near 63.00%. There are around 1,486 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurud's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,910 | 2,905 | 3,005 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 609 | 294 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,134 | 562 | 572 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 4,093 | 2,200 | 1,893 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,817 | 705 | 1,112 |
Connectivity of Kurud
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurud. As per the 2011 stats, Kurud 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurud
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurud helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurud.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurud
- Where is Kurud located?
- Kurud village is situated in Desaiganj Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurud?
- Kurud serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurud is 5,910, with 2,905 males and 3,005 females.
- How many households are there in Kurud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurud village has a total of 1,486 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurud as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurud is 69.26%. The male literacy rate is 75.73%, while the female literacy rate is 63.00%.