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
According to the 2011 Census, Kuresiuni village had a total population of 242 people, including 118 males and 124 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.72%, with male literacy at 56.12% and female literacy at 30.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 118 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 242, including 118 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Kuresiuni?
Kuresiuni had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuresiuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuresiuni was 42.72%. Male literacy was 56.12% and female literacy was 30.56%.