Kurae - Dhari, Nainital
Kurae is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Akshora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurae village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurae is 054939. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.09 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kurae village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurae
As per Census 2011, Kurae village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 43 males and 35 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurae are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 37 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Kurae
Kurae 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 Kurae
Kurae is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainital to Kurae is about 45 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 Kurae
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurae 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kurae
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurae village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kurae
Where is Kurae located?
Kurae village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurae?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurae is Akshora.
What is the pincode of Kurae?
The pincode of Kurae is 263136.
What is the population of Kurae?
Kurae has a total population of 78, including 43 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Kurae?
There are 15 households in Kurae.
What is the literacy rate in Kurae?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurae is 74.36%. Male literacy is 86.05% and female literacy is 60.00%.