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.
Here you can discover what makes Kurma unique in its vibrant R Udaygiri-Gajapati region. You’ll see Kurma’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 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.
Google Map of Kurma
Population of Kurma
According to the 2011 Census, Kurma has a total population of about 201, with approximately 93 males and 108 females. The sex ratio is around 1161 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 165. The overall literacy rate is approximately 18.41%, with male literacy at about 26.88% and female literacy near 11.11%. There are around 46 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.