Kuturu
Kuturu is a village located in Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Dharamgarh (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Chhilpa is the gram panchayat of Kuturu village.
Here you can discover what makes Kuturu unique in its vibrant Dharamgarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kuturu’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 Kuturu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuturu is 423949. The village spans a total geographical area of 245 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766015. Junagarh is nearest town to Kuturu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kuturu
Population of Kuturu
According to the 2011 Census, Kuturu has a total population of about 1,211, with approximately 638 males and 573 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 284 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 340. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.55%, with male literacy at about 49.53% and female literacy near 30.54%. There are around 312 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuturu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,211 | 638 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 145 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 182 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 316 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 322 | 398 |
Connectivity of Kuturu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuturu. As per the 2011 stats, Kuturu 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuturu
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuturu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuturu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuturu
- Where is Kuturu located?
- Kuturu village is situated in Dharamgarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuturu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuturu is Chhilpa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuturu?
- The pincode of Kuturu is 766015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuturu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuturu is 1,211, with 638 males and 573 females.
- How many households are there in Kuturu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuturu village has a total of 312 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuturu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuturu is 40.55%. The male literacy rate is 49.53%, while the female literacy rate is 30.54%.