Kurangi
Kurangi is a village located in Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Pachora (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Kurangi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurangi unique in its vibrant Pachora-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Kurangi’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 Kurangi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurangi is 527869. The village spans a total geographical area of 1060 hectares. Pachora is nearest town to Kurangi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurangi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the pachora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurangi
Population of Kurangi
According to the 2011 Census, Kurangi has a total population of about 3,524, with approximately 1,796 males and 1,728 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 438 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 227 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 337. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.61%, with male literacy at about 68.82% and female literacy near 52.08%. There are around 791 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurangi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,524 | 1,796 | 1,728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 227 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 103 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 170 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 2,136 | 1,236 | 900 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,388 | 560 | 828 |
Connectivity of Kurangi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurangi. As per the 2011 stats, Kurangi 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurangi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurangi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurangi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurangi
- Where is Kurangi located?
- Kurangi village is situated in Pachora Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurangi?
- Kurangi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurangi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurangi is 3,524, with 1,796 males and 1,728 females.
- How many households are there in Kurangi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurangi village has a total of 791 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurangi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurangi is 60.61%. The male literacy rate is 68.82%, while the female literacy rate is 52.08%.