Kuhuriguma - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Kuhuriguma is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 71 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Mangalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuhuriguma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuhuriguma is 424215. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Kuhuriguma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuhuriguma
As per Census 2011, Kuhuriguma village has a total population of 567 people, consisting of 273 males and 294 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuhuriguma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 273 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 41 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 151 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 122 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Kuhuriguma
Kuhuriguma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundraguda | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Ranibahal | East | 2.01 km |
| Kapurmal | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Patiguda | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Mangalpur | West | 2.38 km |
| Karanjiguda | North | 2.71 km |
| Chhatabandhuguda | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Gandaguda | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Mahipani | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Dhansuli | South-West | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuhuriguma
Kuhuriguma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Kuhuriguma is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kuhuriguma is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuhuriguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuhuriguma 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuhuriguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuhuriguma 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuhuriguma
Where is Kuhuriguma located?
Kuhuriguma village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuhuriguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuhuriguma is Mangalpur.
What is the pincode of Kuhuriguma?
The pincode of Kuhuriguma is 766018.
What is the population of Kuhuriguma?
Kuhuriguma has a total population of 567, including 273 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Kuhuriguma?
There are 161 households in Kuhuriguma.
What is the literacy rate in Kuhuriguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuhuriguma is 42.50%. Male literacy is 55.31% and female literacy is 30.61%.