Kurmla - Kunihar, Solan
Kurmla is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 92 km from Solan. Balera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurmla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurmla is 020120. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Kurmla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Kurmla
According to the 2011 Census, Kurmla village had a total population of 167 people, including 88 males and 79 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.90%, with male literacy at 86.25% and female literacy at 58.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167.
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 | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 69 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 19 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Kurmla
Kurmla 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 Kurmla
Public transport in the Kurmla is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Kurmla is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurmla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurmla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurmla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurmla 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 Kurmla
Where is Kurmla located?
Kurmla village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurmla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurmla is Balera.
What is the pincode of Kurmla?
The pincode of Kurmla is 173207.
What is the population of Kurmla?
Kurmla had a total population of 167, including 88 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Kurmla?
Kurmla had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurmla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurmla was 72.90%. Male literacy was 86.25% and female literacy was 58.67%.