Kurunta
Kurunta is a village located in Khaira tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khaira (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kurunta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurunta unique in its vibrant Khaira-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Kurunta’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 Kurunta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurunta is 393575. The village spans a total geographical area of 284 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756047. Soro is nearest town to Kurunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kurunta
Population of Kurunta
According to the 2011 Census, Kurunta has a total population of about 1,232, with approximately 631 males and 601 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 220 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 73. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.81%, with male literacy at about 84.63% and female literacy near 66.56%. There are around 278 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurunta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,232 | 631 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 64 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 107 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 934 | 534 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 97 | 201 |
Connectivity of Kurunta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurunta. As per the 2011 stats, Kurunta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurunta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurunta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurunta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurunta
- Where is Kurunta located?
- Kurunta village is situated in Khaira Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurunta?
- Kurunta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kurunta?
- The pincode of Kurunta is 756047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurunta is 1,232, with 631 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Kurunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurunta village has a total of 278 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurunta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurunta is 75.81%. The male literacy rate is 84.63%, while the female literacy rate is 66.56%.