Kurumangia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kurumangia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mediakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurumangia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurumangia is 416704. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kurumangia 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 Kurumangia
According to the 2011 Census, Kurumangia village had a total population of 23 people, including 12 males and 11 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.84%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Kurumangia
Kurumangia 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 Kurumangia
Public transport in the Kurumangia 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kurumangia is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kurumangia is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurumangia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurumangia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kurumangia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurumangia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kurumangia
Where is Kurumangia located?
Kurumangia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurumangia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurumangia is Mediakia.
What is the pincode of Kurumangia?
The pincode of Kurumangia is 762109.
What is the population of Kurumangia?
Kurumangia had a total population of 23, including 12 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Kurumangia?
Kurumangia had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurumangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurumangia was 36.84%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 22.22%.