Kurmingia - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Kurmingia is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kalinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurmingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurmingia is 415841. The village covers a total geographical area of 908 hectares and falls under the 762022 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kurmingia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurmingia
As per Census 2011, Kurmingia village has a total population of 1,048 people, consisting of 494 males and 554 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 649 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 582 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurmingia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,048 | 494 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 582 | 272 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 364 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 130 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Kurmingia
Kurmingia 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 Kurmingia
Public transport in the Kurmingia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Kurmingia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kurmingia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurmingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurmingia 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 Kurmingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurmingia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurmingia
Where is Kurmingia located?
Kurmingia village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurmingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurmingia is Kalinga.
What is the pincode of Kurmingia?
The pincode of Kurmingia is 762022.
What is the population of Kurmingia?
Kurmingia has a total population of 1,048, including 494 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Kurmingia?
There are 297 households in Kurmingia.
What is the literacy rate in Kurmingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurmingia is 61.93%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 51.44%.