Kurukudupa - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Kurukudupa is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karukudupa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurukudupa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurukudupa is 416916. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Kurukudupa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurukudupa
According to the 2011 Census, Kurukudupa village had a total population of 387 people, including 191 males and 196 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.82%, with male literacy at 88.27% and female literacy at 64.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 386.
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 | 387 | 191 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 191 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 143 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 48 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Kurukudupa
Kurukudupa 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 Kurukudupa
Kurukudupa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kurukudupa is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kurukudupa is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurukudupa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurukudupa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kurukudupa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurukudupa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kurukudupa
Where is Kurukudupa located?
Kurukudupa village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurukudupa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurukudupa is Karukudupa.
What is the pincode of Kurukudupa?
The pincode of Kurukudupa is 762109.
What is the population of Kurukudupa?
Kurukudupa had a total population of 387, including 191 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Kurukudupa?
Kurukudupa had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurukudupa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurukudupa was 75.82%. Male literacy was 88.27% and female literacy was 64.16%.