Kuchambe
Kuchambe is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kuchambe village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kuchambe unique in its vibrant Sangameshwar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Kuchambe’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 Kuchambe
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuchambe is 565695. The village spans a total geographical area of 633.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415607. Chiplun is nearest town to Kuchambe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kuchambe 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 Chiplun 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 Kuchambe
Population of Kuchambe
According to the 2011 Census, Kuchambe has a total population of about 1,068, with approximately 466 males and 602 females. The sex ratio is around 1291 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.04%, with male literacy at about 75.97% and female literacy near 60.13%. There are around 285 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuchambe's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,068 | 466 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 354 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 112 | 240 |
Connectivity of Kuchambe
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuchambe. As per the 2011 stats, Kuchambe 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuchambe
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuchambe helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuchambe.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuchambe
- Where is Kuchambe located?
- Kuchambe village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuchambe?
- Kuchambe serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kuchambe?
- The pincode of Kuchambe is 415607, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuchambe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuchambe is 1,068, with 466 males and 602 females.
- How many households are there in Kuchambe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuchambe village has a total of 285 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuchambe as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuchambe is 67.04%. The male literacy rate is 75.97%, while the female literacy rate is 60.13%.