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
According to the 2011 Census, Asurkupa village had a total population of 230 people, including 117 males and 113 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.00%, with male literacy at 73.56% and female literacy at 30.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 215.
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 | 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 had a total population of 230, including 117 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Asurkupa?
Asurkupa had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asurkupa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asurkupa was 52.00%. Male literacy was 73.56% and female literacy was 30.68%.