Kurkumbh - Daund, Pune
Kurkumbh is a village situated in the Daund tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daund and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kurkumbha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurkumbh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurkumbh is 556396. The village covers a total geographical area of 1182 hectares and falls under the 412218 pincode. Daund is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kurkumbh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurkumbh
As per Census 2011, Kurkumbh village has a total population of 5,322 people, consisting of 2,788 males and 2,534 females. The village has 1,268 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 751 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,859 literate and 1,463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 889 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurkumbh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,322 | 2,788 | 2,534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 751 | 388 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 449 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 3,859 | 2,126 | 1,733 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,463 | 662 | 801 |
Nearby Villages of Kurkumbh
Kurkumbh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Roti | West | 3.53 km |
| Pandharewadi | East | 3.91 km |
| Jiregaon | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Girim | North | 4.91 km |
| Vasunde | South | 5.56 km |
| Hinganigada | South-West | 5.95 km |
| Kauthadi | South-East | 6.24 km |
| Mergalwadi | East | 6.80 km |
| Gopalwadi | North-East | 7.23 km |
| Patas | North-West | 7.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurkumbh
Kurkumbh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Daund Patas Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daund to Kurkumbh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kurkumbh is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurkumbh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurkumbh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurkumbh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurkumbh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kurkumbh
Where is Kurkumbh located?
Kurkumbh village is located in Daund Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurkumbh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurkumbh is Kurkumbha.
What is the pincode of Kurkumbh?
The pincode of Kurkumbh is 412218.
What is the population of Kurkumbh?
Kurkumbh has a total population of 5,322, including 2,788 males and 2,534 females.
How many households are there in Kurkumbh?
There are 1,268 households in Kurkumbh.
What is the literacy rate in Kurkumbh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurkumbh is 72.51%. Male literacy is 76.26% and female literacy is 68.39%.