Kutunia - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Kutunia is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kutunia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutunia is 384224. The village covers a total geographical area of 2137 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kutunia 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 Kutunia
As per Census 2011, Kutunia village has a total population of 5,566 people, consisting of 2,750 males and 2,816 females. The village has 1,209 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 744 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,101 literate and 2,465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,878 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kutunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,566 | 2,750 | 2,816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 744 | 366 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 114 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,878 | 2,414 | 2,464 |
| Literate Population | 3,101 | 1,779 | 1,322 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,465 | 971 | 1,494 |
Nearby Villages of Kutunia
Kutunia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sangudiali | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Jaurumal | East | 3.40 km |
| Gariamunda | West | 3.60 km |
| Tunguripali | East | 3.71 km |
| Badgudiali | North | 3.87 km |
| Lamloi | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Silikudar | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Chinimahul | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Bijakhaman | South | 4.48 km |
| Raikakachhar | West | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kutunia
Kutunia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sonakhan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Kutunia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kutunia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kutunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kutunia
Where is Kutunia located?
Kutunia village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutunia?
Kutunia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kutunia?
The pincode of Kutunia is 770017.
What is the population of Kutunia?
Kutunia has a total population of 5,566, including 2,750 males and 2,816 females.
How many households are there in Kutunia?
There are 1,209 households in Kutunia.
What is the literacy rate in Kutunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutunia is 55.71%. Male literacy is 64.69% and female literacy is 46.95%.