Kurched - Udaipur, Lahaul And Spiti
Kurched is a village situated in the Udaipur tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 64 km from Kyelang. Salgran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurched village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurched is 012213. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.44 hectares and falls under the 175142 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Kurched village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurched
According to the 2011 Census, Kurched village had a total population of 67 people, including 32 males and 35 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.08%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 56.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 8 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Kurched
Kurched 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 Kurched
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kurched.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Kurched is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurched
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurched village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurched
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurched 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 Kurched
Where is Kurched located?
Kurched village is located in Udaipur Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurched?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurched is Salgran.
What is the pincode of Kurched?
The pincode of Kurched is 175142.
What is the population of Kurched?
Kurched had a total population of 67, including 32 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Kurched?
Kurched had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurched?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurched was 73.08%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 56.00%.