Kuldiha - Basta, Balasore
Kuldiha is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Basta and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Santoshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuldiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuldiha is 392333. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kuldiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuldiha
As per Census 2011, Kuldiha village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 111 males and 113 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuldiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 13 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Kuldiha
Kuldiha 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 Kuldiha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kuldiha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Kuldiha is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kuldiha is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuldiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuldiha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuldiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuldiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuldiha
Where is Kuldiha located?
Kuldiha village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuldiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuldiha is Santoshpur.
What is the pincode of Kuldiha?
The pincode of Kuldiha is 756029.
What is the population of Kuldiha?
Kuldiha has a total population of 224, including 111 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Kuldiha?
There are 57 households in Kuldiha.
What is the literacy rate in Kuldiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuldiha is 85.71%. Male literacy is 88.29% and female literacy is 83.19%.