Kurani - Thunag, Mandi
Kurani is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Saran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurani is 015086. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.68 hectares and falls under the 175035 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Kurani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurani
According to the 2011 Census, Kurani village had a total population of 523 people, including 257 males and 266 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.67%, with male literacy at 93.86% and female literacy at 75.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249.
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 | 523 | 257 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 120 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 214 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 43 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Kurani
Kurani 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 Kurani
Kurani 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 Mandi to Kurani is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurani 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kurani
Where is Kurani located?
Kurani village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurani is Saran.
What is the pincode of Kurani?
The pincode of Kurani is 175035.
What is the population of Kurani?
Kurani had a total population of 523, including 257 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Kurani?
Kurani had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurani was 84.67%. Male literacy was 93.86% and female literacy was 75.74%.