Asurkupa - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Asurkupa is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asurkupa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asurkupa is 416598. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Asurkupa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asurkupa
As per Census 2011, Asurkupa village has a total population of 230 people, consisting of 117 males and 113 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 215 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asurkupa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 230 | 117 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 111 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 64 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 53 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Asurkupa
Asurkupa 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 Asurkupa
Public transport in the Asurkupa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonapur to Asurkupa is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Asurkupa is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asurkupa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asurkupa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Asurkupa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asurkupa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asurkupa
Where is Asurkupa located?
Asurkupa village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asurkupa?
The Gram Panchayat of Asurkupa is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Asurkupa?
The pincode of Asurkupa is 762103.
What is the population of Asurkupa?
Asurkupa has a total population of 230, including 117 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Asurkupa?
There are 55 households in Asurkupa.
What is the literacy rate in Asurkupa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asurkupa is 39.57%. Male literacy is 54.70% and female literacy is 23.89%.