Kuturi - Gania, Nayagarh
Kuturi is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Chhamundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuturi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuturi is 405280. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kuturi 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 Kuturi
According to the 2011 Census, Kuturi village had a total population of 102 people, including 50 males and 52 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.22%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 41.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 23 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Kuturi
Kuturi 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 Kuturi
Public transport in the Kuturi 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 Kuturi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Kuturi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuturi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuturi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuturi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuturi 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 Kuturi
Where is Kuturi located?
Kuturi village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuturi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuturi is Chhamundia.
What is the pincode of Kuturi?
The pincode of Kuturi is 752085.
What is the population of Kuturi?
Kuturi had a total population of 102, including 50 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Kuturi?
Kuturi had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuturi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuturi was 52.22%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 41.67%.