Kurna
Kurna is a village located in Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Rakkar. Rakkar is the sub-district headquarter of Kurna village. As per 2009 stats, Kurana is the gram panchayat of Kurna village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurna unique in its vibrant Rakkar-Kangra region. You’ll see Kurna’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kurna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurna is 010781. The village spans a total geographical area of 312.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177043. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Kurna village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kurna
Population of Kurna
According to the 2011 Census, Kurna has a total population of about 492, with approximately 250 males and 242 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 147 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 45. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.03%, with male literacy at about 83.20% and female literacy near 70.66%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kurna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurna. As per the 2011 stats, Kurna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurna
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurna
- Where is Kurna located?
- Kurna village is situated in Rakkar Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurna is Kurana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurna?
- The pincode of Kurna is 177043, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurna is 492, with 250 males and 242 females.
- How many households are there in Kurna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurna village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurna is 77.03%. The male literacy rate is 83.20%, while the female literacy rate is 70.66%.