Kurhad
Kurhad is a village located in Ghatanji tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatanji (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Kurhad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurhad unique in its vibrant Ghatanji-Yavatmal region. You’ll see Kurhad’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 Kurhad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurhad is 543304. The village spans a total geographical area of 1501.54 hectares. Ghatanji is nearest town to Kurhad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kurhad
Population of Kurhad
According to the 2011 Census, Kurhad has a total population of about 1,182, with approximately 608 males and 574 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 251. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.34%, with male literacy at about 77.47% and female literacy near 66.90%. There are around 290 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurhad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,182 | 608 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 64 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 124 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 471 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 137 | 190 |
Connectivity of Kurhad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurhad. As per the 2011 stats, Kurhad 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 Kurhad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurhad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurhad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurhad
- Where is Kurhad located?
- Kurhad village is situated in Ghatanji Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurhad?
- Kurhad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kurhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurhad is 1,182, with 608 males and 574 females.
- How many households are there in Kurhad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurhad village has a total of 290 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurhad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurhad is 72.34%. The male literacy rate is 77.47%, while the female literacy rate is 66.90%.