Kuteswar - Athmallik, Angul
Kuteswar is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Athmallik and around 90 km from Anugul . Nagoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuteswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuteswar is 404857. The village covers a total geographical area of 340 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kuteswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuteswar
As per Census 2011, Kuteswar village has a total population of 827 people, consisting of 407 males and 420 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 166 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuteswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | 407 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 38 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 360 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 47 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Kuteswar
Kuteswar 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 Kuteswar
Kuteswar 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 | 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 Athamallik to Kuteswar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Kuteswar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuteswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuteswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuteswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuteswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kuteswar
Where is Kuteswar located?
Kuteswar village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuteswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuteswar is Nagoan.
What is the pincode of Kuteswar?
The pincode of Kuteswar is 759125.
What is the population of Kuteswar?
Kuteswar has a total population of 827, including 407 males and 420 females.
How many households are there in Kuteswar?
There are 223 households in Kuteswar.
What is the literacy rate in Kuteswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuteswar is 77.27%. Male literacy is 88.45% and female literacy is 66.43%.