Kumpuri - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Kumpuri is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Siala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumpuri is 410207. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Chhatrapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kumpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kumpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Kumpuri village had a total population of 206 people, including 99 males and 107 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.37%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 69.31%.
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 | 206 | 99 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 80 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 19 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Kumpuri
Kumpuri 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 Kumpuri
Kumpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhatrapur to Kumpuri is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kumpuri is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kumpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumpuri 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 Kumpuri
Where is Kumpuri located?
Kumpuri village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumpuri is Siala.
What is the pincode of Kumpuri?
The pincode of Kumpuri is 752032.
What is the population of Kumpuri?
Kumpuri had a total population of 206, including 99 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Kumpuri?
Kumpuri had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumpuri was 79.37%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 69.31%.