Kurhegaon
Kurhegaon is a village located in Igatpuri tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Igatpuri (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Kurhegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurhegaon unique in its vibrant Igatpuri-Nashik region. You’ll see Kurhegaon’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 Kurhegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurhegaon is 551049. The village spans a total geographical area of 474.76 hectares. Igatpuri is nearest town to Kurhegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurhegaon 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 Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nashik Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurhegaon
Population of Kurhegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kurhegaon has a total population of about 1,835, with approximately 958 males and 877 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 231 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 153 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 152. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.88%, with male literacy at about 78.91% and female literacy near 64.20%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurhegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,835 | 958 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 131 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 1,319 | 756 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 202 | 314 |
Connectivity of Kurhegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurhegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kurhegaon 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 Kurhegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurhegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurhegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurhegaon
- Where is Kurhegaon located?
- Kurhegaon village is situated in Igatpuri Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurhegaon?
- Kurhegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurhegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurhegaon is 1,835, with 958 males and 877 females.
- How many households are there in Kurhegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurhegaon village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurhegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurhegaon is 71.88%. The male literacy rate is 78.91%, while the female literacy rate is 64.20%.