Kurnu - Taklech, Shimla
Kurnu is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 145 km from Shimla. Narain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurnu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurnu is 023655. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.31 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Kurnu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurnu
According to the 2011 Census, Kurnu village had a total population of 316 people, including 158 males and 158 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.66%, with male literacy at 87.86% and female literacy at 67.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
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 | 316 | 158 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 123 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 35 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Kurnu
Kurnu 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 Kurnu
Public transport in the Kurnu is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kurnu is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurnu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurnu 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 Kurnu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurnu 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 Kurnu
Where is Kurnu located?
Kurnu village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurnu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurnu is Narain.
What is the pincode of Kurnu?
The pincode of Kurnu is 172022.
What is the population of Kurnu?
Kurnu had a total population of 316, including 158 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Kurnu?
Kurnu had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurnu was 77.66%. Male literacy was 87.86% and female literacy was 67.61%.