Kurumkel - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Kurumkel is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Khola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurumkel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurumkel is 380747. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kurumkel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurumkel
As per Census 2011, Kurumkel village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 181 males and 203 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 226 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurumkel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 181 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 106 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 140 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 41 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Kurumkel
Kurumkel 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 Kurumkel
Kurumkel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Kurumkel is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurumkel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurumkel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurumkel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurumkel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurumkel
Where is Kurumkel located?
Kurumkel village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurumkel?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurumkel is Khola.
What is the pincode of Kurumkel?
The pincode of Kurumkel is 768052.
What is the population of Kurumkel?
Kurumkel has a total population of 384, including 181 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Kurumkel?
There are 77 households in Kurumkel.
What is the literacy rate in Kurumkel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurumkel is 66.15%. Male literacy is 77.35% and female literacy is 56.16%.