Kuru - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Kuru is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Paplah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuru is 011294. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.76 hectares and falls under the 176086 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Kuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuru
According to the 2011 Census, Kuru village had a total population of 90 people, including 33 males and 57 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,727 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 90 | 33 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 28 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 5 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Kuru
Kuru 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 Kuru
Kuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kuru is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuru 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 Kuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuru
Where is Kuru located?
Kuru village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuru is Paplah.
What is the pincode of Kuru?
The pincode of Kuru is 176086.
What is the population of Kuru?
Kuru had a total population of 90, including 33 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Kuru?
Kuru had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuru was 83.33%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 77.78%.