Kurangi
Kurangi is a village located in Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Shahade (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Kurangi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurangi unique in its vibrant Shahade-Nandurbar 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 525515. The village spans a total geographical area of 612.87 hectares. Khetiya (m.p.) is nearest town to Kurangi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km 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 Shahada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar 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 1,639, with approximately 814 males and 825 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 241 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,565. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.15%, with male literacy at about 40.54% and female literacy near 23.88%. There are around 332 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 | 1,639 | 814 | 825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 114 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,565 | 772 | 793 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 330 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,112 | 484 | 628 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ 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 Shahade Tehsil, within the Nandurbar 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 1,639, with 814 males and 825 females.
- How many households are there in Kurangi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurangi village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurangi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurangi is 32.15%. The male literacy rate is 40.54%, while the female literacy rate is 23.88%.