Kuraipani - Joshimath, Chamoli
Kuraipani is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Tolma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuraipani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuraipani is 040858. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.22 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kuraipani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kuraipani
As per Census 2011, Kuraipani village has a total population of 28 people, consisting of 17 males and 11 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 647 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19 literate and 9 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuraipani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 19 | 15 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 2 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Kuraipani
Kuraipani 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 Kuraipani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kuraipani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Kuraipani is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kuraipani is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuraipani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuraipani 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 Kuraipani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuraipani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuraipani
Where is Kuraipani located?
Kuraipani village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuraipani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuraipani is Tolma.
What is the pincode of Kuraipani?
The pincode of Kuraipani is 246443.
What is the population of Kuraipani?
Kuraipani has a total population of 28, including 17 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Kuraipani?
There are 8 households in Kuraipani.
What is the literacy rate in Kuraipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuraipani is 67.86%. Male literacy is 88.24% and female literacy is 36.36%.