Kurukuti - Muniguda, Rayagada
Kurukuti is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Telengapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurukuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurukuti is 424888. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kurukuti 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 Kurukuti
According to the 2011 Census, Kurukuti village had a total population of 44 people, including 23 males and 21 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.26%, with male literacy at 61.90% and female literacy at 47.06%.
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 | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Kurukuti
Kurukuti 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 Kurukuti
Kurukuti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kurukuti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kurukuti is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kurukuti is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurukuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurukuti 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 Kurukuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurukuti 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 Kurukuti
Where is Kurukuti located?
Kurukuti village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kurukuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurukuti is Telengapadar.
What is the pincode of Kurukuti?
The pincode of Kurukuti is 765020.
What is the population of Kurukuti?
Kurukuti had a total population of 44, including 23 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Kurukuti?
Kurukuti had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurukuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurukuti was 55.26%. Male literacy was 61.90% and female literacy was 47.06%.