Kurchoun - Almora
Kurchoun is a village situated in the Almora tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Almora, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kurchoun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurchoun is 053008. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.64 hectares and falls under the 263643 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kurchoun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurchoun
As per Census 2011, Kurchoun village has a total population of 376 people, consisting of 164 males and 212 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,292 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurchoun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 164 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 39 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 127 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 37 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Kurchoun
Kurchoun 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 Kurchoun
Public transport in the Kurchoun is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Almora to Kurchoun is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurchoun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurchoun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurchoun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurchoun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kurchoun
Where is Kurchoun located?
Kurchoun village is located in Almora Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurchoun?
Kurchoun is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurchoun?
The pincode of Kurchoun is 263643.
What is the population of Kurchoun?
Kurchoun has a total population of 376, including 164 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Kurchoun?
There are 92 households in Kurchoun.
What is the literacy rate in Kurchoun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurchoun is 62.23%. Male literacy is 77.44% and female literacy is 50.47%.