Kuruguda
Kuruguda is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Bhainriguda is the gram panchayat of Kuruguda village.
Kuruguda has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kuruguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuruguda is 423705. The village spans a total geographical area of 158 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766014. Junagarh is nearest town to Kuruguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kuruguda
Population of Kuruguda
Below is a concise population overview of Kuruguda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 657 | 332 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 126 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 216 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 116 | 171 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kuruguda village:
- The total population of Kuruguda village is around 657, including approximately 332 males and 325 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Kuruguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kuruguda village has 187 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 257 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kuruguda village is about 56.32%, with male literacy at 65.06% and female literacy at 47.38%.
- There are around 166 households in Kuruguda village.
Connectivity of Kuruguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuruguda. As per the 2011 stats, Kuruguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuruguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuruguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuruguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuruguda
- Where is Kuruguda located?
- Kuruguda village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuruguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuruguda is Bhainriguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuruguda?
- The pincode of Kuruguda is 766014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuruguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuruguda is 657, with 332 males and 325 females.
- How many households are there in Kuruguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuruguda village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuruguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuruguda is 56.32%. The male literacy rate is 65.06%, while the female literacy rate is 47.38%.