Kurkuti - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Kurkuti is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurkuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurkuti is 424296. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kurkuti 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 Kurkuti
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkuti village had a total population of 49 people, including 29 males and 20 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 690 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.72%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 68.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Kurkuti
Kurkuti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kurkuti
Kurkuti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kurkuti is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurkuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurkuti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurkuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurkuti 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurkuti
Where is Kurkuti located?
Kurkuti village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurkuti is Gunpur.
What is the pincode of Kurkuti?
The pincode of Kurkuti is 766037.
What is the population of Kurkuti?
Kurkuti had a total population of 49, including 29 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Kurkuti?
Kurkuti had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurkuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurkuti was 83.72%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 68.42%.