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
According to the 2011 Census, Kurae village had a total population of 78 people, including 43 males and 35 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 78, including 43 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Kurae?
Kurae had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurae?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurae was 86.57%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.00%.