Kurujang
Kurujang is a village located in Konark tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Konark (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Kurujanga is the gram panchayat of Kurujang village.
Kurujang has its own place in the vibrant Puri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kurujang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurujang is 409343. The village spans a total geographical area of 103 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752111. Konark is nearest town to Kurujang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kurujang
Population of Kurujang
Below is a concise population overview of Kurujang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,232 | 630 | 602 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 58 | 42 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,074 | 550 | 524 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
Literate Population | 921 | 498 | 423 |
Illiterate Population | 311 | 132 | 179 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurujang village:
- The total population of Kurujang village is around 1,232, including approximately 630 males and 602 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 100 children aged 0–6 years in Kurujang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kurujang village has 1,074 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kurujang village is about 74.76%, with male literacy at 79.05% and female literacy at 70.27%.
- There are around 280 households in Kurujang village.
Connectivity of Kurujang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurujang. As per the 2011 stats, Kurujang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurujang
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurujang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurujang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurujang
- Where is Kurujang located?
- Kurujang village is situated in Konark Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurujang?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurujang is Kurujanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurujang?
- The pincode of Kurujang is 752111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurujang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurujang is 1,232, with 630 males and 602 females.
- How many households are there in Kurujang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurujang village has a total of 280 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurujang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurujang is 74.76%. The male literacy rate is 79.05%, while the female literacy rate is 70.27%.