Kumari - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Kumari is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Sangrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumari is 398295. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kumari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kumari
As per Census 2011, Kumari village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 263 males and 266 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 263 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 19 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 236 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 27 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Kumari
Kumari 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 Kumari
Kumari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Kumari is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kumari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kumari
Where is Kumari located?
Kumari village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumari is Sangrampur.
What is the pincode of Kumari?
The pincode of Kumari is 754108.
What is the population of Kumari?
Kumari has a total population of 529, including 263 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Kumari?
There are 143 households in Kumari.
What is the literacy rate in Kumari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumari is 81.47%. Male literacy is 89.73% and female literacy is 73.31%.