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.

Kurikana has its own place in the vibrant Bhadrak region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kurikana

Below is a concise population overview of Kurikana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurikana village:

  • The total population of Kurikana village is around 452, including approximately 239 males and 213 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Kurikana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurikana village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kurikana village is about 81.19%, with male literacy at 86.61% and female literacy at 75.12%.
  • There are around 95 households in Kurikana village.

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.

Talapada Surubana Akulikana Purastampur Hajipur Nentipur Koligadia Sarasada Uttargadia Aliha Mahammadpur

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%.