Kurha (Du) - Arni, Yavatmal
Kurha (Du) is a village situated in the Arni tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arni and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Khura serves as the Village Panchayat for Kurha (Du) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurha (Du) is 543284. The village covers a total geographical area of 1598.61 hectares and falls under the 445103 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kurha (Du) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurha (Du)
According to the 2011 Census, Kurha (Du) village had a total population of 1,466 people, including 727 males and 739 females, living in 393 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.04%, with male literacy at 85.74% and female literacy at 70.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 307, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 584.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,466 | 727 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 75 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 142 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 293 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 559 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 168 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Kurha (Du)
Kurha (Du) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kurha (Du)
Kurha (Du) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digras to Kurha (Du) is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Kurha (Du) is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurha (Du)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurha (Du) 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 Kurha (Du)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurha (Du) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurha (Du)
Where is Kurha (Du) located?
Kurha (Du) village is located in Arni Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kurha (Du)?
The Village Panchayat of Kurha (Du) is Khura.
What is the pincode of Kurha (Du)?
The pincode of Kurha (Du) is 445103.
What is the population of Kurha (Du)?
Kurha (Du) had a total population of 1,466, including 727 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Kurha (Du)?
Kurha (Du) had 393 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurha (Du)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurha (Du) was 78.04%. Male literacy was 85.74% and female literacy was 70.48%.