Kukuria - Bhograi, Balasore
Kukuria is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhograi and around 86 km from Baleshwar. Babatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukuria is 391713. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kukuria 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 Kukuria
As per Census 2011, Kukuria village has a total population of 667 people, consisting of 356 males and 311 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 90 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukuria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 356 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 313 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 43 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Kukuria
Kukuria 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 Kukuria
Kukuria 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 <5 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 Jaleswar to Kukuria is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kukuria is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukuria 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kukuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukuria 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kukuria
Where is Kukuria located?
Kukuria village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukuria is Babatia.
What is the pincode of Kukuria?
The pincode of Kukuria is 756039.
What is the population of Kukuria?
Kukuria has a total population of 667, including 356 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Kukuria?
There are 150 households in Kukuria.
What is the literacy rate in Kukuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukuria is 86.51%. Male literacy is 87.92% and female literacy is 84.89%.