Kuhru
Kuhru is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Galoora is the gram panchayat of Kuhru village.
Here you can discover what makes Kuhru unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Kuhru’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kuhru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuhru is 000182. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Kuhru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Kuhru
Population of Kuhru
According to the 2011 Census, Kuhru has a total population of about 1,258, with approximately 659 males and 599 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.41%, with male literacy at about 69.20% and female literacy near 50.75%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuhru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,258 | 659 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 105 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 760 | 456 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 203 | 295 |
Connectivity of Kuhru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuhru. As per the 2011 stats, Kuhru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuhru
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuhru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuhru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuhru
- Where is Kuhru located?
- Kuhru village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuhru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuhru is Galoora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuhru?
- The pincode of Kuhru is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuhru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuhru is 1,258, with 659 males and 599 females.
- How many households are there in Kuhru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuhru village has a total of 195 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuhru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuhru is 60.41%. The male literacy rate is 69.20%, while the female literacy rate is 50.75%.