Kurhad Kh. - Darwha, Yavatmal
Kurhad Kh. is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Kurhad (kd) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurhad Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurhad Kh. is 542523. The village covers a total geographical area of 501.53 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kurhad Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurhad Kh.
As per Census 2011, Kurhad Kh. village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 284 males and 267 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 395 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurhad Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 284 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 224 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 60 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Kurhad Kh.
Kurhad Kh. 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 Kurhad Kh.
Public transport in the Kurhad Kh. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Kurhad Kh. is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Kurhad Kh. is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurhad Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurhad Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurhad Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurhad Kh. 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 Kurhad Kh.
Where is Kurhad Kh. located?
Kurhad Kh. village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurhad Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurhad Kh. is Kurhad (kd).
What is the pincode of Kurhad Kh.?
The pincode of Kurhad Kh. is 445202.
What is the population of Kurhad Kh.?
Kurhad Kh. has a total population of 551, including 284 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Kurhad Kh.?
There are 135 households in Kurhad Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Kurhad Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurhad Kh. is 71.69%. Male literacy is 78.87% and female literacy is 64.04%.