Kunkeri
Kunkeri is a village located in Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sawantwadi (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Kunkeri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kunkeri unique in its vibrant Sawantwadi-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Kunkeri’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 Kunkeri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunkeri is 566843. The village spans a total geographical area of 1249 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416510. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Kunkeri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kunkeri
Population of Kunkeri
According to the 2011 Census, Kunkeri has a total population of about 1,511, with approximately 754 males and 757 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 101 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.68%, with male literacy at about 86.60% and female literacy near 72.79%. There are around 363 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunkeri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,511 | 754 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,204 | 653 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 101 | 206 |
Connectivity of Kunkeri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunkeri. As per the 2011 stats, Kunkeri 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 Kunkeri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunkeri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunkeri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunkeri
- Where is Kunkeri located?
- Kunkeri village is situated in Sawantwadi Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunkeri?
- Kunkeri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kunkeri?
- The pincode of Kunkeri is 416510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunkeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunkeri is 1,511, with 754 males and 757 females.
- How many households are there in Kunkeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunkeri village has a total of 363 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunkeri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunkeri is 79.68%. The male literacy rate is 86.60%, while the female literacy rate is 72.79%.