Kur

Kur is a village located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Kur village. As per 2009 stats, Jais is the gram panchayat of Kur village.

Kur has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kur is 025119. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171201. Theog is nearest town to Kur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kur

Below is a concise population overview of Kur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 91 49 42
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 7 5 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) 10 5 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 65 39 26
Illiterate Population 26 10 16

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kur village:

  • The total population of Kur village is around 91, including approximately 49 males and 42 females, with a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 7 children aged 0–6 years in Kur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kur village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kur village is about 71.43%, with male literacy at 79.59% and female literacy at 61.90%.
  • There are around 20 households in Kur village.

Connectivity of Kur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kur. As per the 2011 stats, Kur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kur

Knowing the nearby villages of Kur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kur.

Koti Panjail Glanag Dharmai Kachhaur Pansejal Bajhowa Pohach Barushargi Barugarbi Janog Awal

Frequently Asked Questions about Kur

Where is Kur located?
Kur village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kur is Jais (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kur?
The pincode of Kur is 171201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kur is 91, with 49 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Kur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kur village has a total of 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kur is 71.43%. The male literacy rate is 79.59%, while the female literacy rate is 61.90%.