Kukanar
Kukanar is a village located in Darbha tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Darbha (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kukanar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kukanar unique in its vibrant Darbha-Bastar region. You’ll see Kukanar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kukanar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukanar is 449629. The village spans a total geographical area of 8021.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494115. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Kukanar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
Google Map of Kukanar
Population of Kukanar
According to the 2011 Census, Kukanar has a total population of about 9,419, with approximately 4,638 males and 4,781 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,452 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 115 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6,886. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.57%, with male literacy at about 42.30% and female literacy near 25.10%. There are around 2,108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukanar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,419 | 4,638 | 4,781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,452 | 725 | 727 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,886 | 3,374 | 3,512 |
| Literate Population | 3,162 | 1,962 | 1,200 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,257 | 2,676 | 3,581 |
Connectivity of Kukanar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukanar. As per the 2011 stats, Kukanar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kukanar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kukanar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukanar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kukanar
- Where is Kukanar located?
- Kukanar village is situated in Darbha Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kukanar?
- Kukanar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kukanar?
- The pincode of Kukanar is 494115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kukanar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukanar is 9,419, with 4,638 males and 4,781 females.
- How many households are there in Kukanar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kukanar village has a total of 2,108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kukanar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukanar is 33.57%. The male literacy rate is 42.30%, while the female literacy rate is 25.10%.