Kuraiwala
Kuraiwala is a village located in Gidderbaha tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Gidderbaha (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Kuraiwala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kuraiwala unique in its vibrant Gidderbaha-Muktsar region. You’ll see Kuraiwala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kuraiwala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuraiwala is 035330. The village spans a total geographical area of 1266 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152112. Giddarbaha is nearest town to Kuraiwala village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kuraiwala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Giddarbaha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kuraiwala
Population of Kuraiwala
According to the 2011 Census, Kuraiwala has a total population of about 4,779, with approximately 2,531 males and 2,248 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 538 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,829 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.59%, with male literacy at about 60.13% and female literacy near 48.35%. There are around 964 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuraiwala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,779 | 2,531 | 2,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 295 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,829 | 982 | 847 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,609 | 1,522 | 1,087 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,170 | 1,009 | 1,161 |
Connectivity of Kuraiwala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuraiwala. As per the 2011 stats, Kuraiwala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuraiwala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuraiwala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuraiwala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuraiwala
- Where is Kuraiwala located?
- Kuraiwala village is situated in Gidderbaha Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuraiwala?
- Kuraiwala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kuraiwala?
- The pincode of Kuraiwala is 152112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuraiwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuraiwala is 4,779, with 2,531 males and 2,248 females.
- How many households are there in Kuraiwala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuraiwala village has a total of 964 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuraiwala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuraiwala is 54.59%. The male literacy rate is 60.13%, while the female literacy rate is 48.35%.