Kaujharan - Kundura, Koraput
Kaujharan is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. P Hulabhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaujharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaujharan is 429138. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kaujharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaujharan
According to the 2011 Census, Kaujharan village had a total population of 127 people, including 56 males and 71 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,268 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.83%, with male literacy at 29.79% and female literacy at 5.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 127 | 56 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 56 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 14 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 42 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Kaujharan
Kaujharan 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 Kaujharan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kaujharan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Kaujharan is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kaujharan is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaujharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaujharan 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 Kaujharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaujharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaujharan
Where is Kaujharan located?
Kaujharan village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaujharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaujharan is P Hulabhata.
What is the pincode of Kaujharan?
The pincode of Kaujharan is 764002.
What is the population of Kaujharan?
Kaujharan had a total population of 127, including 56 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Kaujharan?
Kaujharan had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaujharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaujharan was 16.83%. Male literacy was 29.79% and female literacy was 5.56%.