Kureswar - Komna, Nuapada
Kureswar is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Kureswar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kureswar is 421878. The village covers a total geographical area of 455 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Kureswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kureswar
According to the 2011 Census, Kureswar village had a total population of 1,987 people, including 1,034 males and 953 females, living in 470 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.54%, with male literacy at 84.35% and female literacy at 55.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 553.
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 | 1,987 | 1,034 | 953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 146 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 99 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 553 | 282 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 1,221 | 749 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 766 | 285 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Kureswar
Kureswar 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 Kureswar
Public transport in the Kureswar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Kureswar is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Kureswar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kureswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kureswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kureswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kureswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kureswar
Where is Kureswar located?
Kureswar village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kureswar?
Kureswar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kureswar?
The pincode of Kureswar is 766106.
What is the population of Kureswar?
Kureswar had a total population of 1,987, including 1,034 males and 953 females.
How many households are there in Kureswar?
Kureswar had 470 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kureswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kureswar was 70.54%. Male literacy was 84.35% and female literacy was 55.99%.