Kurulai
Kurulai is a village located in Bhanjanagar tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanjanagar (tehsildar office) and 1km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Dhumachai is the gram panchayat of Kurulai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurulai unique in its vibrant Bhanjanagar-Ganjam region. You’ll see Kurulai’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 Kurulai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurulai is 410649. The village spans a total geographical area of 196 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761140. Bhanjanagar is nearest town to Kurulai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Kurulai
Population of Kurulai
According to the 2011 Census, Kurulai has a total population of about 1,443, with approximately 716 males and 727 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 173 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 160 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.32%, with male literacy at about 78.63% and female literacy near 68.09%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurulai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,443 | 716 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 77 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 563 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 153 | 232 |
Connectivity of Kurulai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurulai. As per the 2011 stats, Kurulai 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 Kurulai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurulai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurulai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurulai
- Where is Kurulai located?
- Kurulai village is situated in Bhanjanagar Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurulai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurulai is Dhumachai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurulai?
- The pincode of Kurulai is 761140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurulai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurulai is 1,443, with 716 males and 727 females.
- How many households are there in Kurulai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurulai village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurulai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurulai is 73.32%. The male literacy rate is 78.63%, while the female literacy rate is 68.09%.