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
According to the 2011 Census, Kukuria village had a total population of 667 people, including 356 males and 311 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.80%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 97.42%.
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 | 667 | 356 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 667, including 356 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Kukuria?
Kukuria had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kukuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukuria was 98.80%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 97.42%.