Kurunia - Soro, Balasore
Kurunia is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Soro and around 48 km from Baleshwar. Madhusuidanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurunia is 393765. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kurunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurunia
As per Census 2011, Kurunia village has a total population of 1,140 people, consisting of 563 males and 577 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 773 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,140 | 563 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 204 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 74 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 414 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 149 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Kurunia
Kurunia 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 Kurunia
Kurunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kurunia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Kurunia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kurunia is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kurunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kurunia
Where is Kurunia located?
Kurunia village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurunia is Madhusuidanpur.
What is the pincode of Kurunia?
The pincode of Kurunia is 756047.
What is the population of Kurunia?
Kurunia has a total population of 1,140, including 563 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Kurunia?
There are 263 households in Kurunia.
What is the literacy rate in Kurunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurunia is 67.81%. Male literacy is 73.53% and female literacy is 62.22%.