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
According to the 2011 Census, Kurumkel village had a total population of 384 people, including 181 males and 203 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.97%, with male literacy at 91.50% and female literacy at 64.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 226.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 384, including 181 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Kurumkel?
Kurumkel had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurumkel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurumkel was 76.97%. Male literacy was 91.50% and female literacy was 64.41%.