Kurmail - Assar, Doda
Kurmail is a village situated in the Assar tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 40 km from Doda and around 40 km from Doda. Ramgarh Kurmail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurmail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurmail is 004182. The village covers a total geographical area of 534.6 hectares and falls under the 182143 pincode. Batote is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kurmail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurmail
As per Census 2011, Kurmail village has a total population of 1,469 people, consisting of 783 males and 686 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 664 literate and 805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 415 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurmail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,469 | 783 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 155 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 179 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 222 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 459 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 324 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Kurmail
Kurmail 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 Kurmail
Kurmail 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 | 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 Batote to Kurmail is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Kurmail is about 40 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 Kurmail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurmail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurmail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurmail 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurmail
Where is Kurmail located?
Kurmail village is located in Assar Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurmail?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurmail is Ramgarh Kurmail.
What is the pincode of Kurmail?
The pincode of Kurmail is 182143.
What is the population of Kurmail?
Kurmail has a total population of 1,469, including 783 males and 686 females.
How many households are there in Kurmail?
There are 317 households in Kurmail.
What is the literacy rate in Kurmail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurmail is 45.20%. Male literacy is 58.62% and female literacy is 29.88%.