Kurahu - Darlaghat, Solan
Kurahu is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Solan. Materni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurahu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurahu is 020000. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Kurahu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurahu
According to the 2011 Census, Kurahu village had a total population of 165 people, including 80 males and 85 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.41%, with male literacy at 92.42% and female literacy at 83.12%.
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 | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 19 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Kurahu
Kurahu 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 Kurahu
Kurahu 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kurahu is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurahu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurahu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurahu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurahu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurahu
Where is Kurahu located?
Kurahu village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurahu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurahu is Materni.
What is the pincode of Kurahu?
The pincode of Kurahu is 173221.
What is the population of Kurahu?
Kurahu had a total population of 165, including 80 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Kurahu?
Kurahu had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurahu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurahu was 87.41%. Male literacy was 92.42% and female literacy was 83.12%.