Kurna - Rakkar, Kangra
Kurna is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kudna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurna is 010781. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.89 hectares and falls under the 177043 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Kurna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurna
According to the 2011 Census, Kurna village had a total population of 492 people, including 250 males and 242 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.14%, with male literacy at 94.98% and female literacy at 81.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 492 | 250 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 208 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 42 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Kurna
Kurna 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 Kurna
Kurna 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 | 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 Kurna is about 80 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 Kurna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurna
Where is Kurna located?
Kurna village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurna?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurna is Kudna.
What is the pincode of Kurna?
The pincode of Kurna is 177043.
What is the population of Kurna?
Kurna had a total population of 492, including 250 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Kurna?
Kurna had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurna was 88.14%. Male literacy was 94.98% and female literacy was 81.04%.