Kundura - Kundura, Koraput
Kundura is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kundra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kundura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundura is 429144. The village covers a total geographical area of 2032 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kundura 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 Kundura
As per Census 2011, Kundura village has a total population of 5,326 people, consisting of 2,507 males and 2,819 females. The village has 1,274 households and a sex ratio of 1,124 females per 1,000 males. There are 773 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,706 literate and 2,620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,848 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kundura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,326 | 2,507 | 2,819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 773 | 379 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 282 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,848 | 1,274 | 1,574 |
| Literate Population | 2,706 | 1,395 | 1,311 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,620 | 1,112 | 1,508 |
Nearby Villages of Kundura
Kundura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jiraguda | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Kaliaguda | North | 2.26 km |
| Heruguda | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Kudumpadar | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Tobhapodar | North | 3.04 km |
| Kadalimunda | West | 3.50 km |
| Bhejahandi | East | 3.94 km |
| Pakhanaguda | North | 3.99 km |
| Jhiligan | South | 4.05 km |
| Naikera | North-East | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kundura
Public transport in the Kundura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.1 km.
| 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 Jeypur to Kundura is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kundura is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kundura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kundura
Where is Kundura located?
Kundura village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kundura is Kundra.
What is the pincode of Kundura?
The pincode of Kundura is 764002.
What is the population of Kundura?
Kundura has a total population of 5,326, including 2,507 males and 2,819 females.
How many households are there in Kundura?
There are 1,274 households in Kundura.
What is the literacy rate in Kundura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundura is 50.81%. Male literacy is 55.64% and female literacy is 46.51%.