Kurang
About Kurang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kurang village is 565994. Kurang village is located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 83km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kurang village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1520.32 hectares. Kurang has a total population of 561 peoples, out of which male population is 251 while female population is 310. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1235 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kurang village is 70.59% out of which 81.27% males and 61.94% females are literate. There are about 154 houses in kurang village.
When it comes to administration, Kurang village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kurang village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to kurang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
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Population of Kurang
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 561 | 251 | 310 |
| Children (0-6) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 38 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 204 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 47 | 118 |
Connectivity of Kurang
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kurang
Where is Kurang located?
Kurang village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurang?
Kurang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kurang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurang is 561, with 251 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Kurang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurang village has a total of 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurang is 70.59%. The male literacy rate is 81.27%, while the female literacy rate is 61.94%.