Kuchupaju - Harabhanga, Boudh
Kuchupaju is a village situated in the Harabhanga tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Puruna Katak and around 51 km from Baudh. Adenigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuchupaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuchupaju is 418670. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Baudhgarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kuchupaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boudh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuchupaju
As per Census 2011, Kuchupaju village has a total population of 91 people, consisting of 49 males and 42 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuchupaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 44 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 5 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Kuchupaju
Kuchupaju 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 Kuchupaju
Kuchupaju is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baudhgarh to Kuchupaju is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Kuchupaju is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuchupaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuchupaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuchupaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuchupaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kuchupaju
Where is Kuchupaju located?
Kuchupaju village is located in Harabhanga Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuchupaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuchupaju is Adenigarh.
What is the pincode of Kuchupaju?
The pincode of Kuchupaju is 762012.
What is the population of Kuchupaju?
Kuchupaju has a total population of 91, including 49 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Kuchupaju?
There are 31 households in Kuchupaju.
What is the literacy rate in Kuchupaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuchupaju is 75.82%. Male literacy is 89.80% and female literacy is 59.52%.