Kurni
Kurni is a village located in Kagal tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Kagal (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kurni village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurni unique in its vibrant Kagal-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kurni’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 Kurni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurni is 567703. The village spans a total geographical area of 436.76 hectares. Murgud is nearest town to Kurni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kurni
Population of Kurni
According to the 2011 Census, Kurni has a total population of about 2,123, with approximately 1,101 males and 1,022 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 246 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 355 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.82%, with male literacy at about 75.30% and female literacy near 61.84%. There are around 436 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,123 | 1,101 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 138 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 172 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,461 | 829 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 272 | 390 |
Connectivity of Kurni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurni. As per the 2011 stats, Kurni 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurni
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurni
- Where is Kurni located?
- Kurni village is situated in Kagal Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurni?
- Kurni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurni is 2,123, with 1,101 males and 1,022 females.
- How many households are there in Kurni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurni village has a total of 436 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurni is 68.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.30%, while the female literacy rate is 61.84%.