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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kurna village has a total population of 492 people, consisting of 250 males and 242 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurna are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 492, including 250 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Kurna?
There are 107 households in Kurna.
What is the literacy rate in Kurna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurna is 77.03%. Male literacy is 83.20% and female literacy is 70.66%.