Kurah - Kalakote, Rajouri
Kurah is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Kothian-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurah is 001509. The village covers a total geographical area of 439.5 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Rajouri. is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kurah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurah
As per Census 2011, Kurah village has a total population of 1,005 people, consisting of 532 males and 473 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 561 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 428 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,005 | 532 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 217 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 428 | 237 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 345 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 187 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Kurah
Kurah 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 Kurah
Kurah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rajouri. to Kurah is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Kurah is about 28 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 Kurah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurah 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 Kurah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kurah
Where is Kurah located?
Kurah village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurah?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurah is Kothian-a.
What is the pincode of Kurah?
The pincode of Kurah is 185202.
What is the population of Kurah?
Kurah has a total population of 1,005, including 532 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Kurah?
There are 239 households in Kurah.
What is the literacy rate in Kurah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurah is 55.82%. Male literacy is 64.85% and female literacy is 45.67%.