Kurandi (Rith) - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Kurandi (Rith) is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Ghati serves as the Village Panchayat for Kurandi (Rith) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurandi (Rith) is 538696. The village covers a total geographical area of 996.3 hectares and falls under the 441217 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kurandi (Rith) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurandi (Rith)
According to the 2011 Census, Kurandi (Rith) village had a total population of 14 people, including 6 males and 8 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.45%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kurandi (Rith)
Kurandi (Rith) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhandari (masahat) | West | 2.93 km |
| Katalwada | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Dameshwar | South | 3.31 km |
| Dadapur | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Sitashivani | North | 4.10 km |
| Dalli | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Kasarbodi | South | 4.86 km |
| Chipari | West | 4.88 km |
| Warvi | West | 4.93 km |
| Ranwahi | South-West | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurandi (Rith)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kurandi (Rith). The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Kurandi (Rith) is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Kurandi (Rith) is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurandi (Rith)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurandi (Rith) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurandi (Rith)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurandi (Rith) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurandi (Rith)
Where is Kurandi (Rith) located?
Kurandi (Rith) village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kurandi (Rith)?
The Village Panchayat of Kurandi (Rith) is Ghati.
What is the pincode of Kurandi (Rith)?
The pincode of Kurandi (Rith) is 441217.
What is the population of Kurandi (Rith)?
Kurandi (Rith) had a total population of 14, including 6 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Kurandi (Rith)?
Kurandi (Rith) had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurandi (Rith)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurandi (Rith) was 45.45%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.