Kuruguda
Kuruguda is a village located in Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Raikia (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Katingia is the gram panchayat of Kuruguda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kuruguda unique in its vibrant Raikia-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Kuruguda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kuruguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuruguda is 417592. The village spans a total geographical area of 17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762100. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Kuruguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kuruguda
Population of Kuruguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kuruguda has a total population of about 138, with approximately 62 males and 76 females. The sex ratio is around 1225 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 33 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 101. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.20%, with male literacy at about 64.52% and female literacy near 27.63%. There are around 39 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuruguda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 62 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 11 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 40 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 22 | 55 |
Connectivity of Kuruguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuruguda. As per the 2011 stats, Kuruguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuruguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuruguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuruguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuruguda
- Where is Kuruguda located?
- Kuruguda village is situated in Raikia Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuruguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuruguda is Katingia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuruguda?
- The pincode of Kuruguda is 762100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuruguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuruguda is 138, with 62 males and 76 females.
- How many households are there in Kuruguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuruguda village has a total of 39 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuruguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuruguda is 44.20%. The male literacy rate is 64.52%, while the female literacy rate is 27.63%.