Kurnze - Vikramgad, Palghar
Kurnze is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 41 km from Vikramgad and around 96 km from Thane. Kurnze village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurnze is 551825. The village covers a total geographical area of 1645 hectares and falls under the 401403 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kurnze village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurnze
As per Census 2011, Kurnze village has a total population of 4,724 people, consisting of 2,379 males and 2,345 females. The village has 908 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 592 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,008 literate and 1,716 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,602 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurnze are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,724 | 2,379 | 2,345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 592 | 298 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,602 | 1,797 | 1,805 |
| Literate Population | 3,008 | 1,709 | 1,299 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,716 | 670 | 1,046 |
Nearby Villages of Kurnze
Kurnze is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kurnze
Public transport in the Kurnze is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Kurnze is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kurnze is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurnze
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurnze village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurnze
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurnze village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurnze
Where is Kurnze located?
Kurnze village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurnze?
Kurnze is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurnze?
The pincode of Kurnze is 401403.
What is the population of Kurnze?
Kurnze has a total population of 4,724, including 2,379 males and 2,345 females.
How many households are there in Kurnze?
There are 908 households in Kurnze.
What is the literacy rate in Kurnze?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurnze is 63.67%. Male literacy is 71.84% and female literacy is 55.39%.