Kurukundi - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Kurukundi is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Bhejangiwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurukundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurukundi is 431005. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kurukundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurukundi
As per Census 2011, Kurukundi village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 185 males and 188 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 226 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurukundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 185 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 108 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 81 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 104 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Kurukundi
Kurukundi 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 Kurukundi
Kurukundi 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Kurukundi is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kurukundi is about 45 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 Kurukundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurukundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kurukundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurukundi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurukundi
Where is Kurukundi located?
Kurukundi village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurukundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurukundi is Bhejangiwada.
What is the pincode of Kurukundi?
The pincode of Kurukundi is 764086.
What is the population of Kurukundi?
Kurukundi has a total population of 373, including 185 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Kurukundi?
There are 97 households in Kurukundi.
What is the literacy rate in Kurukundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurukundi is 35.39%. Male literacy is 43.78% and female literacy is 27.13%.