Kinturanga - Gunupur, Rayagada
Kinturanga is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Puttasing and around 18 km from Rayagada . Tolana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kinturanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kinturanga is 427176. The village covers a total geographical area of 260 hectares and falls under the 765022 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kinturanga 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.
Nearby Villages of Kinturanga
Kinturanga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tadar | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Kitunga | East | 1.93 km |
| Tolana | South | 2.80 km |
| Jhumpapur | North | 2.91 km |
| Tarigising | West | 3.24 km |
| Badamosingi | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Phulaphuti | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Jalatar | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Taramal | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Malapadar | North | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kinturanga
Kinturanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Kinturanga is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kinturanga is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kinturanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kinturanga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kinturanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kinturanga 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 Kinturanga
Where is Kinturanga located?
Kinturanga village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kinturanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kinturanga is Tolana.
What is the pincode of Kinturanga?
The pincode of Kinturanga is 765022.