Kurehar - Khundian, Kangra
Kurehar is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Thill serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurehar is 010963. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.48 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Kurehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurehar
According to the 2011 Census, Kurehar village had a total population of 44 people, including 18 males and 26 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,444 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.11%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.27%.
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 | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Kurehar
Kurehar 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 Kurehar
Kurehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Kurehar is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kurehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurehar
Where is Kurehar located?
Kurehar village is located in Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurehar is Thill.
What is the pincode of Kurehar?
The pincode of Kurehar is 176030.
What is the population of Kurehar?
Kurehar had a total population of 44, including 18 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Kurehar?
Kurehar had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurehar was 86.11%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.27%.