Kuturghoda - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Kuturghoda is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 70 km from Rajnandgaon. Kudurghoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuturghoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuturghoda is 441677. The village covers a total geographical area of 647.27 hectares and falls under the 491665 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kuturghoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuturghoda
As per Census 2011, Kuturghoda village has a total population of 569 people, consisting of 277 males and 292 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 480 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuturghoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | 277 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 237 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 213 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 64 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Kuturghoda
Kuturghoda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chorpani | North | 1.70 km |
| Pandki | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Jade Tola | West | 2.35 km |
| Chamru Tola | North | 2.60 km |
| Belarpur | West | 2.91 km |
| Sonoli | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Tumadikasa | East | 3.26 km |
| Harekhapayali | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Karpibharri | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Bhandari Tola | East | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuturghoda
Kuturghoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Kuturghoda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Kuturghoda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuturghoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuturghoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuturghoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuturghoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuturghoda
Where is Kuturghoda located?
Kuturghoda village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuturghoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuturghoda is Kudurghoda.
What is the pincode of Kuturghoda?
The pincode of Kuturghoda is 491665.
What is the population of Kuturghoda?
Kuturghoda has a total population of 569, including 277 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Kuturghoda?
There are 127 households in Kuturghoda.
What is the literacy rate in Kuturghoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuturghoda is 65.91%. Male literacy is 76.90% and female literacy is 55.48%.