Kurumkela
Kurumkela is a village located in Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Lephripara (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Kulabira is the gram panchayat of Kurumkela village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurumkela unique in its vibrant Lephripara-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Kurumkela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kurumkela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurumkela is 383695. The village spans a total geographical area of 854 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770012. Sundargarh is nearest town to Kurumkela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurumkela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kurumkela
Population of Kurumkela
According to the 2011 Census, Kurumkela has a total population of about 1,537, with approximately 768 males and 769 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 154 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 225 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 723. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.76%, with male literacy at about 67.97% and female literacy near 59.56%. There are around 396 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurumkela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,537 | 768 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 87 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 111 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 723 | 363 | 360 |
| Literate Population | 980 | 522 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 246 | 311 |
Connectivity of Kurumkela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurumkela. As per the 2011 stats, Kurumkela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurumkela
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurumkela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurumkela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurumkela
- Where is Kurumkela located?
- Kurumkela village is situated in Lephripara Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurumkela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurumkela is Kulabira (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurumkela?
- The pincode of Kurumkela is 770012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurumkela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurumkela is 1,537, with 768 males and 769 females.
- How many households are there in Kurumkela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurumkela village has a total of 396 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurumkela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurumkela is 63.76%. The male literacy rate is 67.97%, while the female literacy rate is 59.56%.