Kuchnur - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Kuchnur is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Rudraram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuchnur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuchnur is 450763. The village covers a total geographical area of 559.03 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kuchnur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuchnur
As per Census 2011, Kuchnur village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 204 males and 180 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 376 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuchnur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 204 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 20 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 196 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 119 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 85 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Kuchnur
Kuchnur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rudraram | South | 2.13 km |
| Cherpalli | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Gotaiguda | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Radpuram | South | 4.26 km |
| Arjunali | South-West | 4.91 km |
| Yapla | East | 5.02 km |
| Chinnamathur | South | 5.13 km |
| Gollaguda | South-West | 5.30 km |
| Peddamathur | South | 5.30 km |
| Gulapenta | West | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuchnur
Kuchnur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopalpattanam to Kuchnur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Kuchnur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuchnur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuchnur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kuchnur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuchnur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuchnur
Where is Kuchnur located?
Kuchnur village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuchnur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuchnur is Rudraram.
What is the pincode of Kuchnur?
The pincode of Kuchnur is 494448.
What is the population of Kuchnur?
Kuchnur has a total population of 384, including 204 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Kuchnur?
There are 54 households in Kuchnur.
What is the literacy rate in Kuchnur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuchnur is 48.96%. Male literacy is 58.33% and female literacy is 38.33%.