Kurara

Kurara is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 123km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kurda is the gram panchayat of Kurara village.

Here you can discover what makes Kurara unique in its vibrant Puraula-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kurara’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 Kurara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurara is 040121. The village spans a total geographical area of 170.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Kurara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.

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Population of Kurara

According to the 2011 Census, Kurara has a total population of about 610, with approximately 308 males and 302 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 209 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.97%, with male literacy at about 77.27% and female literacy near 46.36%. There are around 120 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 610 308 302
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 84 34 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) 209 102 107
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 378 238 140
Illiterate Population 232 70 162

Connectivity of Kurara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurara. As per the 2011 stats, Kurara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kurara

Knowing the nearby villages of Kurara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurara

Where is Kurara located?
Kurara village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurara is Kurda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kurara?
The pincode of Kurara is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurara is 610, with 308 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Kurara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurara village has a total of 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurara is 61.97%. The male literacy rate is 77.27%, while the female literacy rate is 46.36%.