Kurutiguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Kurutiguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sarikima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurutiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurutiguda is 425119. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kurutiguda 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 Kurutiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kurutiguda village had a total population of 173 people, including 85 males and 88 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.12%, with male literacy at 50.79% and female literacy at 16.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 32 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 53 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Kurutiguda
Kurutiguda 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 Kurutiguda
Kurutiguda 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Kurutiguda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kurutiguda 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 Kurutiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurutiguda 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 Kurutiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurutiguda 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 Kurutiguda
Where is Kurutiguda located?
Kurutiguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurutiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurutiguda is Sarikima.
What is the pincode of Kurutiguda?
The pincode of Kurutiguda is 765020.
What is the population of Kurutiguda?
Kurutiguda had a total population of 173, including 85 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Kurutiguda?
Kurutiguda had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurutiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurutiguda was 32.12%. Male literacy was 50.79% and female literacy was 16.22%.