Akurde

Akurde is a village located in Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Gargoti (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Akurde village is also a gram panchayat.

Akurde has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Akurde

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Akurde is 567802. The village spans a total geographical area of 557 hectares. Murgud is nearest town to Akurde village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Akurde

Below is a concise population overview of Akurde as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,281 1,661 1,620
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 316 180 136
Scheduled Castes (SC) 401 199 202
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,374 1,358 1,016
Illiterate Population 907 303 604

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Akurde village:

  • The total population of Akurde village is around 3,281, including approximately 1,661 males and 1,620 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 316 children aged 0–6 years in Akurde village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Akurde village has 401 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Akurde village is about 72.36%, with male literacy at 81.76% and female literacy at 62.72%.
  • There are around 732 households in Akurde village.

Connectivity of Akurde

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Akurde. As per the 2011 stats, Akurde 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 Akurde

Knowing the nearby villages of Akurde helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Akurde.

Kolavan Palewadi Hedvade Girgaon Devakewadi Phanaswadi Salpewadi Ranewadi Pushpanagar Sonarwadi Shengaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Akurde

Where is Akurde located?
Akurde village is situated in Bhudargad Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akurde?
Akurde serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Akurde as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Akurde is 3,281, with 1,661 males and 1,620 females.
How many households are there in Akurde as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Akurde village has a total of 732 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akurde as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Akurde is 72.36%. The male literacy rate is 81.76%, while the female literacy rate is 62.72%.