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
According to the 2011 Census, Kurmingia village had a total population of 1,048 people, including 494 males and 554 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.01%, with male literacy at 85.25% and female literacy at 58.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 582.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,048, including 494 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Kurmingia?
Kurmingia had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurmingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurmingia was 71.01%. Male literacy was 85.25% and female literacy was 58.52%.