Kur - Pipar Shahar, Jodhpur
Kur is a village situated in the Pipar Shahar tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 55 km from Bhopalgarh and around 40 km from Jodhpur. Kur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kur is 084884. The village covers a total geographical area of 1702.85 hectares and falls under the 342606 pincode. Pipar City is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhopalgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kur
As per Census 2011, Kur village has a total population of 2,475 people, consisting of 1,270 males and 1,205 females. The village has 465 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,224 literate and 1,251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,475 | 1,270 | 1,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 203 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 154 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,224 | 810 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,251 | 460 | 791 |
Nearby Villages of Kur
Kur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khokhariya | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Hinganiya | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Ramrawas Kalan | North | 4.20 km |
| Chodha | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Jairoop Nagar | South-East | 5.41 km |
| Jatiyawas | East | 5.47 km |
| Binawas | South | 6.32 km |
| Kukanda | West | 6.94 km |
| Ramrawas Khurd | North | 7.83 km |
| Vishnu Nagar | South-East | 8.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kur
Kur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Asranada, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.4 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pipar City to Kur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Kur is about 40 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 Kur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kur 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 Kur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kur
Where is Kur located?
Kur village is located in Pipar Shahar Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kur?
Kur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kur?
The pincode of Kur is 342606.
What is the population of Kur?
Kur has a total population of 2,475, including 1,270 males and 1,205 females.
How many households are there in Kur?
There are 465 households in Kur.
What is the literacy rate in Kur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kur is 49.45%. Male literacy is 63.78% and female literacy is 34.36%.