Kuturugudi - Gudari, Rayagada
Kuturugudi is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Madhubana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuturugudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuturugudi is 426885. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Kuturugudi 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 Kuturugudi
According to the 2011 Census, Kuturugudi village had a total population of 166 people, including 84 males and 82 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.21%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 1.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 166.
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 | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 66 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 18 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Kuturugudi
Kuturugudi 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 Kuturugudi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kuturugudi. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kuturugudi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kuturugudi is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuturugudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuturugudi 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 Kuturugudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuturugudi 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 Kuturugudi
Where is Kuturugudi located?
Kuturugudi village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuturugudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuturugudi is Madhubana.
What is the pincode of Kuturugudi?
The pincode of Kuturugudi is 765026.
What is the population of Kuturugudi?
Kuturugudi had a total population of 166, including 84 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Kuturugudi?
Kuturugudi had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuturugudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuturugudi was 46.21%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 1.33%.