Kurungwadi
Kurungwadi is a village located in Igatpuri tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Igatpuri (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Kurungwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Kurungwadi has its own place in the vibrant Nashik 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 Kurungwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurungwadi is 551105. The village spans a total geographical area of 1599.29 hectares. Igatpuri is nearest town to Kurungwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurungwadi 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 Kurungwadi
Population of Kurungwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Kurungwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,055 | 514 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 145 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,047 | 510 | 537 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 267 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 247 | 370 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurungwadi village:
- The total population of Kurungwadi village is around 1,055, including approximately 514 males and 541 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 288 children aged 0–6 years in Kurungwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kurungwadi village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,047 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kurungwadi village is about 41.52%, with male literacy at 51.95% and female literacy at 31.61%.
- There are around 186 households in Kurungwadi village.
Connectivity of Kurungwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurungwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Kurungwadi 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 Kurungwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurungwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurungwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurungwadi
- Where is Kurungwadi located?
- Kurungwadi village is situated in Igatpuri Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurungwadi?
- Kurungwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurungwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurungwadi is 1,055, with 514 males and 541 females.
- How many households are there in Kurungwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurungwadi village has a total of 186 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurungwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurungwadi is 41.52%. The male literacy rate is 51.95%, while the female literacy rate is 31.61%.