Kurangkul - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kurangkul is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Durgi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurangkul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurangkul is 425441. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kurangkul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurangkul
According to the 2011 Census, Kurangkul village had a total population of 25 people, including 10 males and 15 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.67%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 35.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Kurangkul
Kurangkul 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 Kurangkul
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kurangkul.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kurangkul is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kurangkul is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurangkul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurangkul 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurangkul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurangkul 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kurangkul
Where is Kurangkul located?
Kurangkul village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurangkul?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurangkul is Durgi.
What is the pincode of Kurangkul?
The pincode of Kurangkul is 765019.
What is the population of Kurangkul?
Kurangkul had a total population of 25, including 10 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Kurangkul?
Kurangkul had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurangkul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurangkul was 41.67%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 35.71%.