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.
Here you can discover what makes Kuraiya unique in its vibrant Kichha-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Kuraiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Kuraiya has a total population of about 3,750, with approximately 2,008 males and 1,742 females. The sex ratio is around 867 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 600 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 542 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.85%, with male literacy at about 64.79% and female literacy near 47.70%. There are around 666 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuraiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.