Kaurda - Bhograi, Balasore
Kaurda is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Kamarda and around 78 km from Baleshwar. Dahunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaurda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaurda is 391843. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kaurda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaurda
According to the 2011 Census, Kaurda village had a total population of 490 people, including 249 males and 241 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.97%, with male literacy at 87.73% and female literacy at 69.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291.
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 | 490 | 249 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 151 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 193 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 56 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Kaurda
Kaurda 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 Kaurda
Kaurda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jaleswar to Kaurda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kaurda is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaurda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaurda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaurda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaurda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaurda
Where is Kaurda located?
Kaurda village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaurda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaurda is Dahunda.
What is the pincode of Kaurda?
The pincode of Kaurda is 756035.
What is the population of Kaurda?
Kaurda had a total population of 490, including 249 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Kaurda?
Kaurda had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaurda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaurda was 78.97%. Male literacy was 87.73% and female literacy was 69.71%.