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 Gram 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)
As per Census 2011, Kurha (Du) village has a total population of 1,466 people, consisting of 727 males and 739 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,027 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 584 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurha (Du) are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Kurha (Du)?
The Gram 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) has a total population of 1,466, including 727 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Kurha (Du)?
There are 393 households in Kurha (Du).
What is the literacy rate in Kurha (Du)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurha (Du) is 70.05%. Male literacy is 76.89% and female literacy is 63.33%.