Kurkuta
Kurkuta is a village located in Bijepur tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Bijepur (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Badbausen is the gram panchayat of Kurkuta village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurkuta unique in its vibrant Bijepur-Bargarh region. You’ll see Kurkuta’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 Kurkuta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkuta is 380392. The village spans a total geographical area of 360 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768034. Bargarh is nearest town to Kurkuta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Kurkuta
Population of Kurkuta
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkuta has a total population of about 680, with approximately 340 males and 340 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 170 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 126. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.18%, with male literacy at about 79.71% and female literacy near 62.65%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurkuta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 680 | 340 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 271 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 69 | 127 |
Connectivity of Kurkuta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkuta. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkuta 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 Kurkuta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkuta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkuta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkuta
- Where is Kurkuta located?
- Kurkuta village is situated in Bijepur Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurkuta is Badbausen (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurkuta?
- The pincode of Kurkuta is 768034, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkuta is 680, with 340 males and 340 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkuta village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkuta is 71.18%. The male literacy rate is 79.71%, while the female literacy rate is 62.65%.