Kujigadia - Remuna, Balasore
Kujigadia is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Remuna and around 19 km from Baleshwar. Tentulida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kujigadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kujigadia is 393009. The village covers a total geographical area of 1 hectares and falls under the 757082 pincode. Remuna is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kujigadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kujigadia
According to the 2011 Census, Kujigadia village had a total population of 60 people, including 33 males and 27 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.46%, with male literacy at 96.15% and female literacy at 80.77%.
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 | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kujigadia
Kujigadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sasapal | South-West | 0.59 km |
| Tentarida | North | 0.78 km |
| Ghungi | South-East | 0.81 km |
| Mundigandian Chak | East | 1.29 km |
| Parahata | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Naigopalpur | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Surujapur | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Mundigan | East | 1.78 km |
| Mahada | East | 2.02 km |
| Ramachandrapur | West | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kujigadia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kujigadia. The nearest railway station is Balasore, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.4 km.
| 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 Remuna to Kujigadia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kujigadia is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kujigadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kujigadia 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 Kujigadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kujigadia 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 Kujigadia
Where is Kujigadia located?
Kujigadia village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kujigadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kujigadia is Tentulida.
What is the pincode of Kujigadia?
The pincode of Kujigadia is 757082.
What is the population of Kujigadia?
Kujigadia had a total population of 60, including 33 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Kujigadia?
Kujigadia had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kujigadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kujigadia was 88.46%. Male literacy was 96.15% and female literacy was 80.77%.