Kur

Kur is a village located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kud is the gram panchayat of Kur village.

Kur has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi 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 Kur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kur is 040291. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249141. Barkot is nearest town to Kur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kur 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 Purola Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kur

Below is a concise population overview of Kur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 242 117 125
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 44 19 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 112 51 61
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 127 79 48
Illiterate Population 115 38 77

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kur village:

  • The total population of Kur village is around 242, including approximately 117 males and 125 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Kur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kur village has 112 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kur village is about 52.48%, with male literacy at 67.52% and female literacy at 38.40%.
  • There are around 44 households in Kur village.

Connectivity of Kur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kur. As per the 2011 stats, Kur 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 Kur

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kur

Where is Kur located?
Kur village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kur is Kud (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kur?
The pincode of Kur is 249141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kur is 242, with 117 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Kur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kur village has a total of 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kur is 52.48%. The male literacy rate is 67.52%, while the female literacy rate is 38.40%.