Kutmunda - Patnagarh, Balangir
Kutmunda is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Barpadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutmunda is 420640. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 767041 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kutmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutmunda
As per Census 2011, Kutmunda village has a total population of 1,917 people, consisting of 992 males and 925 females. The village has 481 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,104 literate and 813 illiterate residents. Additionally, 270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 566 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kutmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,917 | 992 | 925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 128 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 138 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 284 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 654 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 338 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Kutmunda
Kutmunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samalaisar | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Kaudia | South | 1.84 km |
| Barhamara | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Rugudimunda | East | 1.95 km |
| Bijamagur | North | 2.22 km |
| Sunamudi | East | 2.30 km |
| Ulba | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Rakhiudar | West | 2.93 km |
| Apursagar | West | 3.20 km |
| Barpita | East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kutmunda
Kutmunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Kutmunda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Kutmunda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kutmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutmunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kutmunda
Where is Kutmunda located?
Kutmunda village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutmunda is Barpadar.
What is the pincode of Kutmunda?
The pincode of Kutmunda is 767041.
What is the population of Kutmunda?
Kutmunda has a total population of 1,917, including 992 males and 925 females.
How many households are there in Kutmunda?
There are 481 households in Kutmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Kutmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutmunda is 57.59%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 48.65%.