Kurupal - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Kurupal is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badajhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurupal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurupal is 410166. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kurupal 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 Kurupal
According to the 2011 Census, Kurupal village had a total population of 512 people, including 246 males and 266 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.02%, with male literacy at 92.27% and female literacy at 78.21%.
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 | 512 | 246 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 203 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 43 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Kurupal
Kurupal 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 Kurupal
Kurupal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Kurupal is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kurupal is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurupal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurupal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurupal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurupal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kurupal
Where is Kurupal located?
Kurupal village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurupal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurupal is Badajhada.
What is the pincode of Kurupal?
The pincode of Kurupal is 752032.
What is the population of Kurupal?
Kurupal had a total population of 512, including 246 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Kurupal?
Kurupal had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurupal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurupal was 85.02%. Male literacy was 92.27% and female literacy was 78.21%.