Kurkheda
Kurkheda is a village located in Gadchiroli tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Gadchiroli (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Savargaon is the gram panchayat of Kurkheda village.
Kurkheda has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kurkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkheda is 539149. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 442605. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Kurkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Kurkheda
Below is a concise population overview of Kurkheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 189 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 10 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 113 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 160 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 29 | 81 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurkheda village:
- The total population of Kurkheda village is around 379, including approximately 189 males and 190 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Kurkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kurkheda village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 220 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kurkheda village is about 70.98%, with male literacy at 84.66% and female literacy at 57.37%.
- There are around 90 households in Kurkheda village.
Connectivity of Kurkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkheda 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkheda
- Where is Kurkheda located?
- Kurkheda village is situated in Gadchiroli Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkheda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurkheda is Savargaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurkheda?
- The pincode of Kurkheda is 442605, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkheda is 379, with 189 males and 190 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkheda village has a total of 90 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkheda is 70.98%. The male literacy rate is 84.66%, while the female literacy rate is 57.37%.