Kurichi

Kurichi is a village located in Ilayangudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Ilayangudi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Kurichi village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kurichi unique in its vibrant Ilayangudi-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Kurichi’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 Kurichi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurichi is 640465. The village spans a total geographical area of 409.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623701. Paramakudi is nearest town to Kurichi village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kurichi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manamadurai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kurichi

According to the 2011 Census, Kurichi has a total population of about 1,360, with approximately 681 males and 679 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 529 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.16%, with male literacy at about 77.24% and female literacy near 59.06%. There are around 386 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurichi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,360 681 679
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 109 57 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 529 271 258
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 927 526 401
Illiterate Population 433 155 278

Connectivity of Kurichi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurichi. As per the 2011 stats, Kurichi 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kurichi

Knowing the nearby villages of Kurichi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurichi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurichi

Where is Kurichi located?
Kurichi village is situated in Ilayangudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurichi?
Kurichi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kurichi?
The pincode of Kurichi is 623701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurichi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurichi is 1,360, with 681 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Kurichi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurichi village has a total of 386 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurichi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurichi is 68.16%. The male literacy rate is 77.24%, while the female literacy rate is 59.06%.