Kurubella - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Kurubella is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Raighar and around 104 km from Nabarangapur . Debagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurubella village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurubella is 427265. The village covers a total geographical area of 705 hectares and falls under the 764088 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kurubella village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurubella
As per Census 2011, Kurubella village has a total population of 1,714 people, consisting of 836 males and 878 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 514 literate and 1,200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,382 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurubella are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,714 | 836 | 878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 163 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 71 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,382 | 677 | 705 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 334 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,200 | 502 | 698 |
Nearby Villages of Kurubella
Kurubella 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumurmunda | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Birisadihi | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Debagaon | North | 3.20 km |
| Gurusinga | West | 3.38 km |
| Kacharapara | East | 3.51 km |
| Tarigan | East | 4.36 km |
| Dangiripara | North | 4.90 km |
| Chalanpara | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Dongiripara | West | 5.12 km |
| Mohond | North-West | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurubella
Kurubella is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagdalpur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 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 Umarkote to Kurubella is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Kurubella is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurubella
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurubella village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurubella
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurubella 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kurubella
Where is Kurubella located?
Kurubella village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurubella?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurubella is Debagam.
What is the pincode of Kurubella?
The pincode of Kurubella is 764088.
What is the population of Kurubella?
Kurubella has a total population of 1,714, including 836 males and 878 females.
How many households are there in Kurubella?
There are 354 households in Kurubella.
What is the literacy rate in Kurubella?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurubella is 29.99%. Male literacy is 39.95% and female literacy is 20.50%.