Kurai(R.F) - Balisankara, Sundargarh
Kurai(R.F) is a village situated in the Balisankara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Talasara and around 52 km from Sundargarh. Kurei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurai(R.F) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurai(R.F) is 384002. The village falls under the 770015 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kurai(R.F) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurai(R.F)
According to the 2011 Census, Kurai(R.F) village had a total population of 118 people, including 61 males and 57 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.24%, with male literacy at 70.21% and female literacy at 54.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 28 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kurai(R.F)
Kurai(R.F) 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 Kurai(R.F)
Public transport in the Kurai(R.F) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Kurai(R.F) is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kurai(R.F) is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurai(R.F)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurai(R.F) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurai(R.F)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurai(R.F) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kurai(R.F)
Where is Kurai(R.F) located?
Kurai(R.F) village is located in Balisankara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurai(R.F)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurai(R.F) is Kurei.
What is the pincode of Kurai(R.F)?
The pincode of Kurai(R.F) is 770015.
What is the population of Kurai(R.F)?
Kurai(R.F) had a total population of 118, including 61 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Kurai(R.F)?
Kurai(R.F) had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurai(R.F)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurai(R.F) was 62.24%. Male literacy was 70.21% and female literacy was 54.90%.