Kukraun - Dhamdaha, Purnia
Kukraun is a village situated in the Dhamdaha subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamdaha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Kukaraun East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukraun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukraun is 223334. The village covers a total geographical area of 628 hectares and falls under the 854205 pincode. Banmankhi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kukraun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kukraun
As per Census 2011, Kukraun village has a total population of 15,046 people, consisting of 7,907 males and 7,139 females. The village has 2,761 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,833 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,878 literate and 8,168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukraun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,046 | 7,907 | 7,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,833 | 1,482 | 1,351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,259 | 684 | 575 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6,878 | 4,135 | 2,743 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,168 | 3,772 | 4,396 |
Nearby Villages of Kukraun
Kukraun 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 Kukraun
Kukraun is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banmankhi to Kukraun is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Kukraun is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukraun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukraun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kukraun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukraun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kukraun
Where is Kukraun located?
Kukraun village is located in Dhamdaha Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukraun?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukraun is Kukaraun East.
What is the pincode of Kukraun?
The pincode of Kukraun is 854205.
What is the population of Kukraun?
Kukraun has a total population of 15,046, including 7,907 males and 7,139 females.
How many households are there in Kukraun?
There are 2,761 households in Kukraun.
What is the literacy rate in Kukraun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukraun is 45.71%. Male literacy is 52.30% and female literacy is 38.42%.