Kuresiuni - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Kuresiuni is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Khaliakani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuresiuni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuresiuni is 423871. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kuresiuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuresiuni
As per Census 2011, Kuresiuni village has a total population of 242 people, consisting of 118 males and 124 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuresiuni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 118 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 17 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 55 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 63 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Kuresiuni
Kuresiuni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukunimunda | West | 1.22 km |
| Goindimunda | South | 1.93 km |
| Baijalpur | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Khaliakani | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Dudukel | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Grindul | North | 3.16 km |
| Mukundapur | East | 3.69 km |
| Karangamunda | West | 3.86 km |
| Tendopani | East | 3.98 km |
| Golamunda | West | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuresiuni
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kuresiuni. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Kuresiuni is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kuresiuni is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuresiuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuresiuni 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuresiuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuresiuni 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kuresiuni
Where is Kuresiuni located?
Kuresiuni village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuresiuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuresiuni is Khaliakani.
What is the pincode of Kuresiuni?
The pincode of Kuresiuni is 766016.
What is the population of Kuresiuni?
Kuresiuni has a total population of 242, including 118 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Kuresiuni?
There are 67 households in Kuresiuni.
What is the literacy rate in Kuresiuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuresiuni is 36.36%. Male literacy is 46.61% and female literacy is 26.61%.