Kutasingha - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Kutasingha is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Luhapank serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutasingha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutasingha is 382422. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kutasingha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutasingha
According to the 2011 Census, Kutasingha village had a total population of 381 people, including 188 males and 193 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.44%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 68.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 381 | 188 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 135 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 53 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Kutasingha
Kutasingha 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 Kutasingha
Public transport in the Kutasingha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Redhakhol to Kutasingha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Kutasingha is about 79 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 Kutasingha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutasingha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kutasingha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutasingha 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 Kutasingha
Where is Kutasingha located?
Kutasingha village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutasingha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutasingha is Luhapank.
What is the pincode of Kutasingha?
The pincode of Kutasingha is 768106.
What is the population of Kutasingha?
Kutasingha had a total population of 381, including 188 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Kutasingha?
Kutasingha had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutasingha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutasingha was 75.44%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 68.18%.