Kuraiya
Kuraiya is a village located in Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Kichha (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kuraiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Kuraiya has its own place in the vibrant Udham Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kuraiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuraiya is 055963. The village spans a total geographical area of 670.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263148. Kichha is nearest town to Kuraiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kuraiya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kuraiya
Population of Kuraiya
Below is a concise population overview of Kuraiya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,750 | 2,008 | 1,742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 300 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 542 | 276 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,132 | 1,301 | 831 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,618 | 707 | 911 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kuraiya village:
- The total population of Kuraiya village is around 3,750, including approximately 2,008 males and 1,742 females, with a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 600 children aged 0–6 years in Kuraiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kuraiya village has 542 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kuraiya village is about 56.85%, with male literacy at 64.79% and female literacy at 47.70%.
- There are around 666 households in Kuraiya village.
Connectivity of Kuraiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuraiya. As per the 2011 stats, Kuraiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuraiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuraiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuraiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuraiya
- Where is Kuraiya located?
- Kuraiya village is situated in Kichha Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuraiya?
- Kuraiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kuraiya?
- The pincode of Kuraiya is 263148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuraiya is 3,750, with 2,008 males and 1,742 females.
- How many households are there in Kuraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuraiya village has a total of 666 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuraiya is 56.85%. The male literacy rate is 64.79%, while the female literacy rate is 47.70%.