Kuduki - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Kuduki is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Phringia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuduki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuduki is 416314. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kuduki 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 Kuduki
As per Census 2011, Kuduki village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 70 males and 61 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuduki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 58 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 12 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Kuduki
Kuduki 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 Kuduki
Public transport in the Kuduki is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Phulabani to Kuduki is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kuduki 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 Kuduki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuduki 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuduki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuduki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kuduki
Where is Kuduki located?
Kuduki village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuduki?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuduki is Phringia.
What is the pincode of Kuduki?
The pincode of Kuduki is 762011.
What is the population of Kuduki?
Kuduki has a total population of 131, including 70 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Kuduki?
There are 37 households in Kuduki.
What is the literacy rate in Kuduki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuduki is 69.47%. Male literacy is 82.86% and female literacy is 54.10%.