Kurikana
Kurikana is a village located in Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Bhandari Pokhari (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bhadrak. As per 2009 stats, Sarsada is the gram panchayat of Kurikana village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurikana unique in its vibrant Bhandari Pokhari-Bhadrak region. You’ll see Kurikana’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 Kurikana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurikana is 394544. The village spans a total geographical area of 81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756120. Bhadrak is nearest town to Kurikana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kurikana
Population of Kurikana
According to the 2011 Census, Kurikana has a total population of about 452, with approximately 239 males and 213 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.19%, with male literacy at about 86.61% and female literacy near 75.12%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurikana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 452 | 239 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 367 | 207 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 32 | 53 |
Connectivity of Kurikana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurikana. As per the 2011 stats, Kurikana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurikana
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurikana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurikana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurikana
- Where is Kurikana located?
- Kurikana village is situated in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, within the Bhadrak district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurikana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurikana is Sarsada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurikana?
- The pincode of Kurikana is 756120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurikana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurikana is 452, with 239 males and 213 females.
- How many households are there in Kurikana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurikana village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurikana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurikana is 81.19%. The male literacy rate is 86.61%, while the female literacy rate is 75.12%.