Kuchumara - Gania, Nayagarh
Kuchumara is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Badasilinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuchumara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuchumara is 405291. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Kuchumara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuchumara
According to the 2011 Census, Kuchumara village had a total population of 87 people, including 42 males and 45 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.32%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 60.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 10 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Kuchumara
Kuchumara 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 Kuchumara
Public transport in the Kuchumara 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandapada to Kuchumara is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Kuchumara is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuchumara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuchumara 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 Kuchumara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuchumara 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 Kuchumara
Where is Kuchumara located?
Kuchumara village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuchumara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuchumara is Badasilinga.
What is the pincode of Kuchumara?
The pincode of Kuchumara is 752085.
What is the population of Kuchumara?
Kuchumara had a total population of 87, including 42 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Kuchumara?
Kuchumara had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuchumara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuchumara was 74.32%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 60.53%.