Kureel - Saho, Chamba
Kureel is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Chamba. Rajindu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kureel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kureel is 007988. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.21 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Kureel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kureel
As per Census 2011, Kureel village has a total population of 655 people, consisting of 359 males and 296 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 431 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kureel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 655 | 359 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 83 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 112 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 240 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 131 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 228 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Kureel
Kureel 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 Kureel
Kureel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chamba to Kureel is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kureel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kureel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kureel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kureel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kureel
Where is Kureel located?
Kureel village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kureel?
The Gram Panchayat of Kureel is Rajindu.
What is the pincode of Kureel?
The pincode of Kureel is 176311.
What is the population of Kureel?
Kureel has a total population of 655, including 359 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Kureel?
There are 101 households in Kureel.
What is the literacy rate in Kureel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kureel is 32.06%. Male literacy is 36.49% and female literacy is 26.69%.