Bhuru Kudu - Gudari, Rayagada
Bhuru Kudu is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siriguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhuru Kudu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhuru Kudu is 426915. The village covers a total geographical area of 799 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Bhuru Kudu 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 Bhuru Kudu
According to the 2011 Census, Bhuru Kudu village had a total population of 854 people, including 443 males and 411 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.45%, with male literacy at 78.67% and female literacy at 46.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 370, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 239.
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 | 854 | 443 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 184 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 127 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 295 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 148 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Bhuru Kudu
Bhuru Kudu 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 Bhuru Kudu
Bhuru Kudu 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 >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 Bhuru Kudu is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhuru Kudu is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhuru Kudu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhuru Kudu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhuru Kudu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhuru Kudu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhuru Kudu
Where is Bhuru Kudu located?
Bhuru Kudu village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhuru Kudu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhuru Kudu is Siriguda.
What is the pincode of Bhuru Kudu?
The pincode of Bhuru Kudu is 765026.
What is the population of Bhuru Kudu?
Bhuru Kudu had a total population of 854, including 443 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Bhuru Kudu?
Bhuru Kudu had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhuru Kudu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhuru Kudu was 63.45%. Male literacy was 78.67% and female literacy was 46.61%.