Kurad - Malpura, Tonk
Kurad is a village situated in the Malpura tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malpura and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Kurad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurad is 092516. The village covers a total geographical area of 1662.1 hectares and falls under the 304502 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kurad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurad
As per Census 2011, Kurad village has a total population of 1,845 people, consisting of 944 males and 901 females. The village has 315 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 691 literate and 1,154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,845 | 944 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 142 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 166 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 465 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,154 | 479 | 675 |
Nearby Villages of Kurad
Kurad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sans | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Syah | East | 4.14 km |
| Thari | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Dethani | West | 4.33 km |
| Nagar | North | 4.56 km |
| Kumhariya | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Sotwara | South | 5.10 km |
| Bapdunda | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Lari | South-West | 5.45 km |
| Madhogarh | North-West | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kurad. The nearest railway station is Sali, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malpura to Kurad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Kurad is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurad 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kurad
Where is Kurad located?
Kurad village is located in Malpura Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurad?
Kurad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurad?
The pincode of Kurad is 304502.
What is the population of Kurad?
Kurad has a total population of 1,845, including 944 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Kurad?
There are 315 households in Kurad.
What is the literacy rate in Kurad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurad is 37.45%. Male literacy is 49.26% and female literacy is 25.08%.