Kursil - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Kursil is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kursil village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kursil is 040336. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.51 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kursil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Kursil
According to the 2011 Census, Kursil village had a total population of 527 people, including 266 males and 261 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 50.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 527 | 266 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 182 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 84 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Kursil
Kursil 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 Kursil
Kursil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kursil is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kursil is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kursil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kursil 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kursil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kursil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kursil
Where is Kursil located?
Kursil village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kursil?
Kursil is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kursil?
The pincode of Kursil is 249141.
What is the population of Kursil?
Kursil had a total population of 527, including 266 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Kursil?
Kursil had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kursil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kursil was 66.67%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 50.91%.