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.

Kurna has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kurna

Below is a concise population overview of Kurna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurna village:

  • The total population of Kurna village is around 492, including approximately 250 males and 242 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Kurna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurna village has 147 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurna village is about 77.03%, with male literacy at 83.20% and female literacy at 70.66%.
  • There are around 107 households in Kurna village.

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.

Sarad Lohari Uparli Saraddai Khal Saleti Reserve Jangal Saleti Tikkar Chapruhi Kurial Khera Handal Dodun Rajputan Dodun Brahmna

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%.