Kurunia
Kurunia is a village located in Soro tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Soro (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Madhusuidanpur is the gram panchayat of Kurunia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurunia unique in its vibrant Soro-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Kurunia’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 Kurunia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurunia is 393765. The village spans a total geographical area of 214 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756047. Soro is nearest town to Kurunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Kurunia
Population of Kurunia
According to the 2011 Census, Kurunia has a total population of about 1,140, with approximately 563 males and 577 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 394 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 173. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.81%, with male literacy at about 73.53% and female literacy near 62.22%. There are around 263 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurunia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kurunia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurunia. As per the 2011 stats, Kurunia 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurunia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurunia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurunia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurunia
- Where is Kurunia located?
- Kurunia village is situated in Soro Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurunia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurunia is Madhusuidanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurunia?
- The pincode of Kurunia is 756047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurunia is 1,140, with 563 males and 577 females.
- How many households are there in Kurunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurunia village has a total of 263 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurunia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurunia is 67.81%. The male literacy rate is 73.53%, while the female literacy rate is 62.22%.