Kuran Wala - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Kuran Wala is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from Dera Bassi and around 34 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Kurranwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuran Wala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuran Wala is 039339. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 140507 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Kuran Wala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuran Wala
As per Census 2011, Kuran Wala village has a total population of 2,223 people, consisting of 1,276 males and 947 females. The village has 470 households and a sex ratio of 742 females per 1,000 males. There are 317 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,405 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuran Wala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,223 | 1,276 | 947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 172 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 167 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 1,405 | 894 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 382 | 436 |
Nearby Villages of Kuran Wala
Kuran Wala 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 Kuran Wala
Kuran Wala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kuran Wala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Kuran Wala is about 34 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 Kuran Wala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuran Wala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuran Wala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuran Wala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuran Wala
Where is Kuran Wala located?
Kuran Wala village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuran Wala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuran Wala is Kurranwala.
What is the pincode of Kuran Wala?
The pincode of Kuran Wala is 140507.
What is the population of Kuran Wala?
Kuran Wala has a total population of 2,223, including 1,276 males and 947 females.
How many households are there in Kuran Wala?
There are 470 households in Kuran Wala.
What is the literacy rate in Kuran Wala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuran Wala is 63.20%. Male literacy is 70.06% and female literacy is 53.96%.