Kuruma
Kuruma is a village located in Konark tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Konark (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Kurujanga is the gram panchayat of Kuruma village.
Here you can discover what makes Kuruma unique in its vibrant Konark-Puri region. You’ll see Kuruma’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kuruma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuruma is 409337. The village spans a total geographical area of 72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752111. Konark is nearest town to Kuruma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kuruma
Population of Kuruma
According to the 2011 Census, Kuruma has a total population of about 465, with approximately 226 males and 239 females. The sex ratio is around 1057 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 74 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.33%, with male literacy at about 82.30% and female literacy near 64.85%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuruma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 226 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 341 | 186 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 40 | 84 |
Connectivity of Kuruma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuruma. As per the 2011 stats, Kuruma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuruma
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuruma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuruma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuruma
- Where is Kuruma located?
- Kuruma village is situated in Konark Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuruma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuruma is Kurujanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuruma?
- The pincode of Kuruma is 752111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuruma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuruma is 465, with 226 males and 239 females.
- How many households are there in Kuruma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuruma village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuruma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuruma is 73.33%. The male literacy rate is 82.30%, while the female literacy rate is 64.85%.