Kurmel
Kurmel is a village located in Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Narala (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kurmel village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurmel unique in its vibrant Narala-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kurmel’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kurmel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurmel is 422796. The village spans a total geographical area of 328 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766100. Madanpur Rampur is nearest town to Kurmel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kurmel
Population of Kurmel
According to the 2011 Census, Kurmel has a total population of about 718, with approximately 352 males and 366 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 110 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 344 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 338. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.97%, with male literacy at about 59.38% and female literacy near 42.90%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurmel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 718 | 352 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 170 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 163 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 209 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 143 | 209 |
Connectivity of Kurmel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurmel. As per the 2011 stats, Kurmel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurmel
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurmel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurmel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurmel
- Where is Kurmel located?
- Kurmel village is situated in Narala Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurmel?
- Kurmel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kurmel?
- The pincode of Kurmel is 766100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurmel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurmel is 718, with 352 males and 366 females.
- How many households are there in Kurmel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurmel village has a total of 195 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurmel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurmel is 50.97%. The male literacy rate is 59.38%, while the female literacy rate is 42.90%.