Kururaguda - Gunupur, Rayagada
Kururaguda is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gothalapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kururaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kururaguda is 426833. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 765022 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kururaguda 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 Kururaguda
As per Census 2011, Kururaguda village has a total population of 645 people, consisting of 299 males and 346 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 1,157 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 380 illiterate residents. Additionally, 643 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kururaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 299 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 643 | 298 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 134 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 165 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Kururaguda
Kururaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gumuduguda | South | 2.69 km |
| Baridi | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Gotalapadar | North | 3.01 km |
| San-sangidi | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Palavalasa | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Chemuduguda | West | 3.59 km |
| Manumukonda | East | 3.65 km |
| Sidhamaguda | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Singubai | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Thatiseela | South-West | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kururaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kururaguda. The nearest railway station is Palasingi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gunupur to Kururaguda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kururaguda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kururaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kururaguda 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 Kururaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kururaguda 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 Kururaguda
Where is Kururaguda located?
Kururaguda village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kururaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kururaguda is Gothalapadar.
What is the pincode of Kururaguda?
The pincode of Kururaguda is 765022.
What is the population of Kururaguda?
Kururaguda has a total population of 645, including 299 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Kururaguda?
There are 139 households in Kururaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kururaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kururaguda is 41.09%. Male literacy is 44.82% and female literacy is 37.86%.