Kukunoor - Kukunoor, Eluru
Kukunoor is a village situated in the Kukunoor mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 160 km from Khammam. Kukunoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukunoor is 579329. The village covers a total geographical area of 3966 hectares and falls under the 534444 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Kukunoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kukunoor
As per Census 2011, Kukunoor village has a total population of 6,380 people, consisting of 3,176 males and 3,204 females. The village has 1,825 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 539 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,763 literate and 2,617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,542 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukunoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,380 | 3,176 | 3,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 539 | 281 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,409 | 734 | 675 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,542 | 724 | 818 |
| Literate Population | 3,763 | 1,988 | 1,775 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,617 | 1,188 | 1,429 |
Nearby Villages of Kukunoor
Kukunoor 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 Kukunoor
Kukunoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palwancha to Kukunoor is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Kukunoor is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukunoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukunoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kukunoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukunoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kukunoor
Where is Kukunoor located?
Kukunoor village is located in Kukunoor Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukunoor?
Kukunoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kukunoor?
The pincode of Kukunoor is 534444.
What is the population of Kukunoor?
Kukunoor has a total population of 6,380, including 3,176 males and 3,204 females.
How many households are there in Kukunoor?
There are 1,825 households in Kukunoor.
What is the literacy rate in Kukunoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukunoor is 58.98%. Male literacy is 62.59% and female literacy is 55.40%.