Kurma

Kurma is a village located in R Udaygiri tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter R.udaygiri (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Betarsingi is the gram panchayat of Kurma village.

Kurma 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 Kurma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurma is 414253. The village spans a total geographical area of 214 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761016. Parlakhemundi is nearest town to Kurma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 59km away.

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Population of Kurma

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 201 93 108
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 20 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 165 76 89
Literate Population 37 25 12
Illiterate Population 164 68 96

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

  • The total population of Kurma village is around 201, including approximately 93 males and 108 females, with a sex ratio of 1161 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Kurma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurma village has 165 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurma village is about 18.41%, with male literacy at 26.88% and female literacy at 11.11%.
  • There are around 46 households in Kurma village.

Connectivity of Kurma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurma. As per the 2011 stats, Kurma 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 Kurma

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kurma

Where is Kurma located?
Kurma village is situated in R Udaygiri Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurma is Betarsingi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kurma?
The pincode of Kurma is 761016, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurma is 201, with 93 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurma village has a total of 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurma is 18.41%. The male literacy rate is 26.88%, while the female literacy rate is 11.11%.