Kuturachuan - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Kuturachuan is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kuturuchuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuturachuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuturachuan is 381508. The village covers a total geographical area of 275 hectares and falls under the 768222 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kuturachuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuturachuan
As per Census 2011, Kuturachuan village has a total population of 789 people, consisting of 401 males and 388 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 473 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 418 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuturachuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 789 | 401 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 418 | 213 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 278 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 123 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Kuturachuan
Kuturachuan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tileimal (b) | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Satkama | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Purunapani | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Kirasasan | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Panpali | North | 3.17 km |
| Kuleigarh | South | 3.57 km |
| Budulapali | West | 3.64 km |
| Kindira | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Lasa | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Chandanimal | South-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuturachuan
Kuturachuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panpali, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Kuturachuan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Kuturachuan is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuturachuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuturachuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuturachuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuturachuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kuturachuan
Where is Kuturachuan located?
Kuturachuan village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuturachuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuturachuan is Kuturuchuan.
What is the pincode of Kuturachuan?
The pincode of Kuturachuan is 768222.
What is the population of Kuturachuan?
Kuturachuan has a total population of 789, including 401 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Kuturachuan?
There are 198 households in Kuturachuan.
What is the literacy rate in Kuturachuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuturachuan is 59.95%. Male literacy is 69.33% and female literacy is 50.26%.