Kuruma

Kuruma is a village located in Adva tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Adva (tehsildar office) and 147km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Khariguda is the gram panchayat of Kuruma village.

Kuruma has its own place in the vibrant Gajapati 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 Kuruma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuruma is 413534. The village spans a total geographical area of 17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761217. Digapahandi is nearest town to Kuruma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 83km away.

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Population of Kuruma

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 209 102 107
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 23 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 199 96 103
Literate Population 124 68 56
Illiterate Population 85 34 51

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

  • The total population of Kuruma village is around 209, including approximately 102 males and 107 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Kuruma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kuruma village has 199 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kuruma village is about 59.33%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 52.34%.
  • There are around 37 households in Kuruma village.

Connectivity of Kuruma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuruma. As per the 2011 stats, Kuruma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kuruma

Knowing the nearby villages of Kuruma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuruma.

Bamadeipada Nuagam Panasadiha Bhalipanka Gurujhuli Lambadang Bandarigan Matakupa Khariguda J B No 56 Chandrapalli Ballibandha

Frequently Asked Questions about Kuruma

Where is Kuruma located?
Kuruma village is situated in Adva Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuruma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuruma is Khariguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kuruma?
The pincode of Kuruma is 761217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kuruma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuruma is 209, with 102 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Kuruma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kuruma village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuruma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuruma is 59.33%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 52.34%.