Chhurichukha - Kutra, Sundargarh
Chhurichukha is a village situated in the Kutra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutra and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Nuagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhurichukha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhurichukha is 384140. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 770018 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chhurichukha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhurichukha
According to the 2011 Census, Chhurichukha village had a total population of 176 people, including 94 males and 82 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.97%, with male literacy at 83.95% and female literacy at 67.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 175.
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 | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 68 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 26 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Chhurichukha
Chhurichukha 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 Chhurichukha
Chhurichukha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Chhurichukha is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Chhurichukha is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhurichukha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhurichukha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhurichukha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhurichukha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhurichukha
Where is Chhurichukha located?
Chhurichukha village is located in Kutra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhurichukha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhurichukha is Nuagaon.
What is the pincode of Chhurichukha?
The pincode of Chhurichukha is 770018.
What is the population of Chhurichukha?
Chhurichukha had a total population of 176, including 94 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Chhurichukha?
Chhurichukha had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhurichukha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhurichukha was 75.97%. Male literacy was 83.95% and female literacy was 67.12%.