Kurnur - Akkalkot, Solapur
Kurnur is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kurnur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurnur is 562865. The village covers a total geographical area of 1740 hectares and falls under the 413226 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kurnur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurnur
As per Census 2011, Kurnur village has a total population of 4,338 people, consisting of 2,181 males and 2,157 females. The village has 811 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 613 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,525 literate and 1,813 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurnur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,338 | 2,181 | 2,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 613 | 326 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 150 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 2,525 | 1,397 | 1,128 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,813 | 784 | 1,029 |
Nearby Villages of Kurnur
Kurnur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Motyal | South | 2.61 km |
| Bavkarwadi | West | 3.12 km |
| Sindkhed | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Kolekarwadi | South | 4.16 km |
| Chungi | North | 4.17 km |
| Badole Bk | East | 4.63 km |
| Safale | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Hannur | North-West | 5.54 km |
| Sangavi Bk | South | 5.70 km |
| Chappalgaon | West | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurnur
Public transport in the Kurnur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tilati, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akkalkot to Kurnur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kurnur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurnur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurnur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurnur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurnur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurnur
Where is Kurnur located?
Kurnur village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurnur?
Kurnur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurnur?
The pincode of Kurnur is 413226.
What is the population of Kurnur?
Kurnur has a total population of 4,338, including 2,181 males and 2,157 females.
How many households are there in Kurnur?
There are 811 households in Kurnur.
What is the literacy rate in Kurnur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurnur is 58.21%. Male literacy is 64.05% and female literacy is 52.29%.