Kuturu - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Kuturu is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Chhilpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuturu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuturu is 423949. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kuturu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuturu
As per Census 2011, Kuturu village has a total population of 1,211 people, consisting of 638 males and 573 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 491 literate and 720 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 340 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuturu are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kuturu
Kuturu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Godabhanja | South | 1.48 km |
| Thanat | East | 1.86 km |
| Kanagaon | North | 1.92 km |
| Chhilpa | West | 2.04 km |
| Bikramguda | South | 2.99 km |
| Kebadi | East | 3.05 km |
| Kankeri | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Chilchila | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Luhagaon | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Rajmoter | South-West | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuturu
Kuturu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Kuturu is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kuturu is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuturu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuturu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuturu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuturu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuturu
Where is Kuturu located?
Kuturu village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuturu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuturu is Chhilpa.
What is the pincode of Kuturu?
The pincode of Kuturu is 766015.
What is the population of Kuturu?
Kuturu has a total population of 1,211, including 638 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Kuturu?
There are 312 households in Kuturu.
What is the literacy rate in Kuturu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuturu is 40.55%. Male literacy is 49.53% and female literacy is 30.54%.