Kurchumb
Kurchumb is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kurchub is the gram panchayat of Kurchumb village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurchumb unique in its vibrant Lanja-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Kurchumb’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 Kurchumb
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurchumb is 565909. The village spans a total geographical area of 502.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415802. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Kurchumb village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurchumb 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurchumb
Population of Kurchumb
According to the 2011 Census, Kurchumb has a total population of about 613, with approximately 289 males and 324 females. The sex ratio is around 1121 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.15%, with male literacy at about 78.89% and female literacy near 62.35%. There are around 164 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurchumb's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 613 | 289 | 324 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Literate Population | 430 | 228 | 202 |
Illiterate Population | 183 | 61 | 122 |
Connectivity of Kurchumb
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurchumb. As per the 2011 stats, Kurchumb had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurchumb
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurchumb helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurchumb.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurchumb
- Where is Kurchumb located?
- Kurchumb village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurchumb?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurchumb is Kurchub (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurchumb?
- The pincode of Kurchumb is 415802, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurchumb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurchumb is 613, with 289 males and 324 females.
- How many households are there in Kurchumb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurchumb village has a total of 164 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurchumb as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurchumb is 70.15%. The male literacy rate is 78.89%, while the female literacy rate is 62.35%.