Kukurikona - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Kukurikona is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 41 km from Kasdol and around 148 km from Raipur. Khosda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukurikona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukurikona is 444194. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.4 hectares and falls under the 493344 pincode. Bhilaigarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kukurikona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukurikona
As per Census 2011, Kukurikona village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 64 males and 67 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukurikona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 28 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Kukurikona
Kukurikona 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 Kukurikona
Kukurikona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhilaigarh to Kukurikona is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Kukurikona is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukurikona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukurikona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kukurikona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukurikona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kukurikona
Where is Kukurikona located?
Kukurikona village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukurikona?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukurikona is Khosda.
What is the pincode of Kukurikona?
The pincode of Kukurikona is 493344.
What is the population of Kukurikona?
Kukurikona has a total population of 131, including 64 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Kukurikona?
There are 35 households in Kukurikona.
What is the literacy rate in Kukurikona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukurikona is 46.56%. Male literacy is 56.25% and female literacy is 37.31%.