Kurikana

Kurikana is a village located in Jenapur tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Jenapur (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Samparu is the gram panchayat of Kurikana village.

Kurikana has its own place in the vibrant Jajapur 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 Kurikana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurikana is 401463. The village spans a total geographical area of 148 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755023. Jajapur is nearest town to Kurikana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Kurikana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,041 526 515
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 110 55 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 133 70 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 44 19 25
Literate Population 823 451 372
Illiterate Population 218 75 143

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

  • The total population of Kurikana village is around 1,041, including approximately 526 males and 515 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Kurikana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kurikana village has 133 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 44 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kurikana village is about 79.06%, with male literacy at 85.74% and female literacy at 72.23%.
  • There are around 250 households in Kurikana village.

Connectivity of Kurikana

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kurikana

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurikana

Where is Kurikana located?
Kurikana village is situated in Jenapur Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurikana is Samparu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kurikana?
The pincode of Kurikana is 755023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kurikana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurikana is 1,041, with 526 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Kurikana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kurikana village has a total of 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurikana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurikana is 79.06%. The male literacy rate is 85.74%, while the female literacy rate is 72.23%.