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
As per Census 2011, Kurukuti village has a total population of 44 people, consisting of 23 males and 21 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 23 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurukuti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 44, including 23 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Kurukuti?
There are 10 households in Kurukuti.
What is the literacy rate in Kurukuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurukuti is 47.73%. Male literacy is 56.52% and female literacy is 38.10%.