Kural - Sulah, Kangra
Kural is a village situated in the Sulah tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from Dharmsala. Kural village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kural is 011615. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.63 hectares and falls under the 176083 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Kural village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kural
As per Census 2011, Kural village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 207 males and 224 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kural are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 207 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 111 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 172 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 35 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Kural
Kural 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 Kural
Kural is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kural.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kural is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kural
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kural village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kural
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kural village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kural
Where is Kural located?
Kural village is located in Sulah Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kural?
Kural is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kural?
The pincode of Kural is 176083.
What is the population of Kural?
Kural has a total population of 431, including 207 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Kural?
There are 101 households in Kural.
What is the literacy rate in Kural?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kural is 77.96%. Male literacy is 83.09% and female literacy is 73.21%.