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.

Kuruma 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 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.

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Population of Kuruma

Below is a concise population overview of Kuruma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kuruma village:

  • The total population of Kuruma village is around 465, including approximately 226 males and 239 females, with a sex ratio of 1057 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Kuruma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kuruma village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kuruma village is about 73.33%, with male literacy at 82.30% and female literacy at 64.85%.
  • There are around 110 households in Kuruma village.

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.

Matiapada Siripur Kherang Bianla Talasuan Adhual Khandol Orei Naranpur Jamatala Kurujang

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%.