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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Kurlian village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 311 males and 292 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 368 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 304 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurlian are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Kurlian?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurlian is Panjah.
What is the pincode of Kurlian?
The pincode of Kurlian is 185201.
What is the population of Kurlian?
Kurlian has a total population of 603, including 311 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Kurlian?
There are 141 households in Kurlian.
What is the literacy rate in Kurlian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurlian is 61.03%. Male literacy is 67.52% and female literacy is 54.11%.