Kur - Theog, Shimla
Kur is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Jais serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kur is 025119. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.48 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Kur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kur
According to the 2011 Census, Kur village had a total population of 91 people, including 49 males and 42 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.38%, with male literacy at 88.64% and female literacy at 65.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 39 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 10 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kur
Kur 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 Kur
Public transport in the Kur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kur
Where is Kur located?
Kur village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kur is Jais.
What is the pincode of Kur?
The pincode of Kur is 171201.
What is the population of Kur?
Kur had a total population of 91, including 49 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Kur?
Kur had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kur was 77.38%. Male literacy was 88.64% and female literacy was 65.00%.