Kurkuti - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Kurkuti is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Serigumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurkuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurkuti is 425694. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kurkuti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurkuti
As per Census 2011, Kurkuti village has a total population of 150 people, consisting of 68 males and 82 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,205 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurkuti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 150 | 68 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 59 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 30 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 38 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Kurkuti
Kurkuti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tumbitarai | South-East | 0.83 km |
| Charapai | South | 1.04 km |
| Bhalumaska | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Parlapai | South | 1.69 km |
| Bisipaska | North | 1.71 km |
| Sembri | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Pendapaska | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Birida | North | 3.31 km |
| Kotalanga | North | 4.26 km |
| Kanipai | North-East | 4.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurkuti
Kurkuti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalumaska, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rayagada to Kurkuti is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kurkuti is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurkuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurkuti 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurkuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurkuti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurkuti
Where is Kurkuti located?
Kurkuti village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurkuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurkuti is Serigumma.
What is the pincode of Kurkuti?
The pincode of Kurkuti is 765017.
What is the population of Kurkuti?
Kurkuti has a total population of 150, including 68 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Kurkuti?
There are 42 households in Kurkuti.
What is the literacy rate in Kurkuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurkuti is 21.33%. Male literacy is 44.12% and female literacy is 2.44%.