Kuturachuan - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Kuturachuan is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Borguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuturachuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuturachuan is 423913. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kuturachuan 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 Kuturachuan
As per Census 2011, Kuturachuan village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 64 males and 76 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuturachuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 64 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 45 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 19 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Kuturachuan
Kuturachuan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padampur | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Bagabahal | South | 1.67 km |
| Putiachura | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Borguda | South | 2.44 km |
| Karlaguda | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Rengasapali | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Phunda | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Mankadshola(makarsola) | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Bandhagaon | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Chilgaon | South | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuturachuan
Public transport in the Kuturachuan 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 23.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kuturachuan is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kuturachuan is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuturachuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuturachuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuturachuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuturachuan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuturachuan
Where is Kuturachuan located?
Kuturachuan village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuturachuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuturachuan is Borguda.
What is the pincode of Kuturachuan?
The pincode of Kuturachuan is 766029.
What is the population of Kuturachuan?
Kuturachuan has a total population of 140, including 64 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Kuturachuan?
There are 39 households in Kuturachuan.
What is the literacy rate in Kuturachuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuturachuan is 50.00%. Male literacy is 70.31% and female literacy is 32.89%.