Kukur Mara - Chhaygaon, Kamrup
Kukur Mara is a village situated in the Chhaygaon subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhaygaon and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Champak Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukur Mara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukur Mara is 302723. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.63 hectares and falls under the 781134 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Kukur Mara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhaygaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukur Mara
As per Census 2011, Kukur Mara village has a total population of 2,725 people, consisting of 1,357 males and 1,368 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,741 literate and 984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukur Mara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,725 | 1,357 | 1,368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 164 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,405 | 1,208 | 1,197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,741 | 986 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 371 | 613 |
Nearby Villages of Kukur Mara
Kukur Mara 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 Kukur Mara
Public transport in the Kukur Mara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kukur Mara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guwahati to Kukur Mara is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Kukur Mara is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukur Mara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukur Mara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kukur Mara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukur Mara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kukur Mara
Where is Kukur Mara located?
Kukur Mara village is located in Chhaygaon Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukur Mara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukur Mara is Champak Nagar.
What is the pincode of Kukur Mara?
The pincode of Kukur Mara is 781134.
What is the population of Kukur Mara?
Kukur Mara has a total population of 2,725, including 1,357 males and 1,368 females.
How many households are there in Kukur Mara?
There are 540 households in Kukur Mara.
What is the literacy rate in Kukur Mara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukur Mara is 63.89%. Male literacy is 72.66% and female literacy is 55.19%.