Kukrala - Indora, Kangra
Kukrala is a village situated in the Indora tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Malahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukrala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukrala is 008732. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.7 hectares and falls under the 176401 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Kukrala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukrala
According to the 2011 Census, Kukrala village had a total population of 39 people, including 23 males and 16 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 696 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 73.33%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Kukrala
Kukrala 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 Kukrala
Public transport in the Kukrala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kukrala is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukrala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kukrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukrala 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 Kukrala
Where is Kukrala located?
Kukrala village is located in Indora Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukrala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukrala is Malahari.
What is the pincode of Kukrala?
The pincode of Kukrala is 176401.
What is the population of Kukrala?
Kukrala had a total population of 39, including 23 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Kukrala?
Kukrala had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kukrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukrala was 85.71%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 73.33%.