Kuerpata - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kuerpata is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuerpata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuerpata is 416519. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Kuerpata 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 Kuerpata
According to the 2011 Census, Kuerpata village had a total population of 10 people, including 4 males and 6 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Kuerpata
Kuerpata 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 Kuerpata
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kuerpata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kuerpata is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kuerpata is about 108 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 Kuerpata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuerpata 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuerpata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuerpata 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuerpata
Where is Kuerpata located?
Kuerpata village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuerpata?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuerpata is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Kuerpata?
The pincode of Kuerpata is 762110.
What is the population of Kuerpata?
Kuerpata had a total population of 10, including 4 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Kuerpata?
Kuerpata had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuerpata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuerpata was 57.14%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 50.00%.