Kurn - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Kurn is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 121 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kurn village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurn is 043158. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.09 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kurn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurn
As per Census 2011, Kurn village has a total population of 775 people, consisting of 372 males and 403 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurn are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 775 | 372 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 285 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 87 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Kurn
Kurn 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 Kurn
Public transport in the Kurn is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kurn.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Kurn is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kurn is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurn 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 Kurn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurn 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 Kurn
Where is Kurn located?
Kurn village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurn?
Kurn is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurn?
The pincode of Kurn is 249192.
What is the population of Kurn?
Kurn has a total population of 775, including 372 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Kurn?
There are 175 households in Kurn.
What is the literacy rate in Kurn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurn is 61.94%. Male literacy is 76.61% and female literacy is 48.39%.