Karara (Kurura) - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Karara (Kurura) is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Karada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karara (Kurura) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karara (Kurura) is 040159. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.28 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karara (Kurura) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karara (Kurura)
According to the 2011 Census, Karara (Kurura) village had a total population of 667 people, including 325 males and 342 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.23%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 53.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 287, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 667 | 325 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 49 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 145 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 228 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 97 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Karara (Kurura)
Karara (Kurura) 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 Karara (Kurura)
Karara (Kurura) 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Karara (Kurura) is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Karara (Kurura) is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karara (Kurura)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karara (Kurura) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karara (Kurura)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karara (Kurura) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karara (Kurura)
Where is Karara (Kurura) located?
Karara (Kurura) village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karara (Kurura)?
The Gram Panchayat of Karara (Kurura) is Karada.
What is the pincode of Karara (Kurura)?
The pincode of Karara (Kurura) is 249185.
What is the population of Karara (Kurura)?
Karara (Kurura) had a total population of 667, including 325 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Karara (Kurura)?
Karara (Kurura) had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karara (Kurura)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karara (Kurura) was 68.23%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 53.96%.