Kurlian - Kalakote, Rajouri
Kurlian is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kala Kote and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Panjah serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kurlian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurlian is 001541. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.5 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kurlian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurlian
According to the 2011 Census, Kurlian village had a total population of 603 people, including 311 males and 292 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.36%, with male literacy at 80.77% and female literacy at 60.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 304.
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 | 603 | 311 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 51 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 153 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 210 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 101 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Kurlian
Kurlian 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 Kurlian
Public transport in the Kurlian 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 Sunderbani to Kurlian is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Kurlian is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurlian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurlian 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 Kurlian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurlian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurlian
Where is Kurlian located?
Kurlian village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kurlian?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kurlian is Panjah.
What is the pincode of Kurlian?
The pincode of Kurlian is 185201.
What is the population of Kurlian?
Kurlian had a total population of 603, including 311 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Kurlian?
Kurlian had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurlian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurlian was 70.36%. Male literacy was 80.77% and female literacy was 60.08%.