Kuruda
Kuruda is a village located in Baleshwar Sadar tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Baleshwar Sadar (tehsildar office) and 4km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kuruda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kuruda unique in its vibrant Baleshwar Sadar-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Kuruda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kuruda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuruda is 392775. The village spans a total geographical area of 155 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756056. Baleshwar is nearest town to Kuruda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kuruda
Population of Kuruda
According to the 2011 Census, Kuruda has a total population of about 1,126, with approximately 562 males and 564 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 154 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 312. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.14%, with male literacy at about 73.67% and female literacy near 60.64%. There are around 229 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuruda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,126 | 562 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 92 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 158 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 414 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 148 | 222 |
Connectivity of Kuruda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuruda. As per the 2011 stats, Kuruda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuruda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuruda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuruda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuruda
- Where is Kuruda located?
- Kuruda village is situated in Baleshwar Sadar Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuruda?
- Kuruda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kuruda?
- The pincode of Kuruda is 756056, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuruda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuruda is 1,126, with 562 males and 564 females.
- How many households are there in Kuruda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuruda village has a total of 229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuruda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuruda is 67.14%. The male literacy rate is 73.67%, while the female literacy rate is 60.64%.