Kurhad Bk. - Pachora, Jalgaon
Kurhad Bk. is a village situated in the Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachora and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Kurhad Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurhad Bk. is 527896. The village covers a total geographical area of 1122 hectares and falls under the 424202 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kurhad Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurhad Bk.
As per Census 2011, Kurhad Bk. village has a total population of 2,049 people, consisting of 1,093 males and 956 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 923 literate and 1,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurhad Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,049 | 1,093 | 956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 183 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 923 | 606 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 487 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Kurhad Bk.
Kurhad Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurhad Kh. | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Kokadi | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Rameshwar | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Lakh . | North | 3.61 km |
| Vadgaon Ambe | South | 4.34 km |
| Naiknagar | West | 4.69 km |
| Mhasas | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Jamane | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Mohadi | North-West | 4.78 km |
| Vadgaon Ambe Kh. | South-East | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurhad Bk.
Kurhad Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maheji, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Kurhad Bk. is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Kurhad Bk. is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurhad Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurhad Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kurhad Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurhad Bk. 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 Kurhad Bk.
Where is Kurhad Bk. located?
Kurhad Bk. village is located in Pachora Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurhad Bk.?
Kurhad Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurhad Bk.?
The pincode of Kurhad Bk. is 424202.
What is the population of Kurhad Bk.?
Kurhad Bk. has a total population of 2,049, including 1,093 males and 956 females.
How many households are there in Kurhad Bk.?
There are 403 households in Kurhad Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Kurhad Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurhad Bk. is 45.05%. Male literacy is 55.44% and female literacy is 33.16%.