Krusan - Lalpora, Kupwara
Krusan is a village situated in the Lalpora tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Kupwara and around 14 km from Kupwara. Krusan village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krusan is 000040. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.9 hectares and falls under the 193223 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Krusan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Krusan
According to the 2011 Census, Krusan village had a total population of 3,579 people, including 1,742 males and 1,837 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.50%, with male literacy at 78.64% and female literacy at 50.89%.
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 | 3,579 | 1,742 | 1,837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 934 | 445 | 489 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,706 | 1,020 | 686 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,873 | 722 | 1,151 |
Nearby Villages of Krusan
Krusan 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 Krusan
Krusan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Krusan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krusan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krusan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Krusan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krusan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Krusan
Where is Krusan located?
Krusan village is located in Lalpora Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Krusan?
Krusan is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Krusan?
The pincode of Krusan is 193223.
What is the population of Krusan?
Krusan had a total population of 3,579, including 1,742 males and 1,837 females.
How many households are there in Krusan?
Krusan had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krusan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krusan was 64.50%. Male literacy was 78.64% and female literacy was 50.89%.