Kuri - Bhanoli, Almora
Kuri is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuri is 053531. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.16 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Kuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kuri
According to the 2011 Census, Kuri village had a total population of 272 people, including 125 males and 147 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,176 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.25%, with male literacy at 92.52% and female literacy at 64.29%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 125 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 99 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 26 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Kuri
Kuri 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 Kuri
Public transport in the Kuri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Kuri is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuri 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 Kuri
Where is Kuri located?
Kuri village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuri?
Kuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuri?
The pincode of Kuri is 263623.
What is the population of Kuri?
Kuri had a total population of 272, including 125 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Kuri?
Kuri had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuri was 77.25%. Male literacy was 92.52% and female literacy was 64.29%.