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.

Kurchumb has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 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.

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Population of Kurchumb

Below is a concise population overview of Kurchumb as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurchumb village:

  • The total population of Kurchumb village is around 613, including approximately 289 males and 324 females, with a sex ratio of 1121 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Kurchumb village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurchumb village has 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurchumb village is about 70.15%, with male literacy at 78.89% and female literacy at 62.35%.
  • There are around 164 households in Kurchumb village.

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)
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.

Waghrat Kante Koldhe Kangavali Talavade Yeravande Asage Hasol Kolhewadi Govil Guravwadi

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%.