Kuran Gaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Kuran Gaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 108 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Sarpoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuran Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuran Gaon is 043024. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.29 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Kuran Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuran Gaon
As per Census 2011, Kuran Gaon village has a total population of 303 people, consisting of 118 males and 185 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,567 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 230 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuran Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 118 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 11 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 16 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 103 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 15 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Kuran Gaon
Kuran Gaon 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 Kuran Gaon
Kuran Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Srinagar to Kuran Gaon is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kuran Gaon is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuran Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuran Gaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuran Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuran Gaon 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 Kuran Gaon
Where is Kuran Gaon located?
Kuran Gaon village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuran Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuran Gaon is Sarpoli.
What is the pincode of Kuran Gaon?
The pincode of Kuran Gaon is 249155.
What is the population of Kuran Gaon?
Kuran Gaon has a total population of 303, including 118 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Kuran Gaon?
There are 57 households in Kuran Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kuran Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuran Gaon is 75.91%. Male literacy is 87.29% and female literacy is 68.65%.