Kuaghara - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Kuaghara is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Phulabani and around 17 km from Phulbani. Sudrukumpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuaghara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuaghara is 415337. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 762023 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kuaghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuaghara
According to the 2011 Census, Kuaghara village had a total population of 42 people, including 27 males and 15 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 556 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 33.33%.
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 | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 23 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Kuaghara
Kuaghara 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 Kuaghara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kuaghara.
| 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 Phulabani to Kuaghara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kuaghara is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuaghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuaghara 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 Kuaghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuaghara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuaghara
Where is Kuaghara located?
Kuaghara village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuaghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuaghara is Sudrukumpa.
What is the pincode of Kuaghara?
The pincode of Kuaghara is 762023.
What is the population of Kuaghara?
Kuaghara had a total population of 42, including 27 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Kuaghara?
Kuaghara had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuaghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuaghara was 70.00%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.