Kutari - Simulia, Balasore
Kutari is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Similia and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Kanheibandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutari is 394246. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kutari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutari
As per Census 2011, Kutari village has a total population of 593 people, consisting of 293 males and 300 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kutari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 593 | 293 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 35 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 244 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 49 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Kutari
Kutari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maharana | North | 1.08 km |
| Chandighar | East | 1.10 km |
| Samasundarpur | South | 1.14 km |
| Kuanrpur | West | 1.46 km |
| Basukharji | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Begarajpur | North | 1.68 km |
| Dadhibamanpur | East | 1.84 km |
| Dianpurusottampur | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Ramchandrapur | East | 2.31 km |
| Bamatia | South | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kutari
Kutari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Markona, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Kutari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kutari is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kutari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kutari
Where is Kutari located?
Kutari village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutari is Kanheibandha.
What is the pincode of Kutari?
The pincode of Kutari is 756134.
What is the population of Kutari?
Kutari has a total population of 593, including 293 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Kutari?
There are 143 households in Kutari.
What is the literacy rate in Kutari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutari is 80.78%. Male literacy is 83.28% and female literacy is 78.33%.