Kurupaguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Kurupaguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurupaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurupaguda is 425035. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Kurupaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurupaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kurupaguda village had a total population of 114 people, including 57 males and 57 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.82%, with male literacy at 21.43% and female literacy at 16.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
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 | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 48 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Kurupaguda
Kurupaguda 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 Kurupaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kurupaguda.
| 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 Rayagada to Kurupaguda is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kurupaguda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurupaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurupaguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurupaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurupaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurupaguda
Where is Kurupaguda located?
Kurupaguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurupaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurupaguda is Chandrapur.
What is the pincode of Kurupaguda?
The pincode of Kurupaguda is 765020.
What is the population of Kurupaguda?
Kurupaguda had a total population of 114, including 57 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Kurupaguda?
Kurupaguda had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurupaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurupaguda was 18.82%. Male literacy was 21.43% and female literacy was 16.28%.