Kurumaput - Nandapur, Koraput
Kurumaput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Khemunduguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurumaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurumaput is 429905. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Kurumaput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurumaput
As per Census 2011, Kurumaput village has a total population of 381 people, consisting of 181 males and 200 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurumaput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 181 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 82 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 82 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 99 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Kurumaput
Kurumaput 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 Kurumaput
Public transport in the Kurumaput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Kurumaput is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kurumaput 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 Kurumaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurumaput 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 Kurumaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurumaput 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 Kurumaput
Where is Kurumaput located?
Kurumaput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurumaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurumaput is Khemunduguda.
What is the pincode of Kurumaput?
The pincode of Kurumaput is 764037.
What is the population of Kurumaput?
Kurumaput has a total population of 381, including 181 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Kurumaput?
There are 90 households in Kurumaput.
What is the literacy rate in Kurumaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurumaput is 25.98%. Male literacy is 45.30% and female literacy is 8.50%.