Kurad - Tharali, Chamoli
Kurad is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kurad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurad is 041688. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.7 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Kurad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurad
As per Census 2011, Kurad village has a total population of 859 people, consisting of 386 males and 473 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 1,225 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 605 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 859 | 386 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 320 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 66 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Kurad
Kurad 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 Kurad
Public transport in the Kurad is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Kurad is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kurad is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kurad
Where is Kurad located?
Kurad village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, 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 246481.
What is the population of Kurad?
Kurad has a total population of 859, including 386 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Kurad?
There are 175 households in Kurad.
What is the literacy rate in Kurad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurad is 70.43%. Male literacy is 82.90% and female literacy is 60.25%.