Kukda
Kukda is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kukda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kukda unique in its vibrant Nawagarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kukda’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 Kukda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukda is 436769. The village spans a total geographical area of 576.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495556. Shivrinarayan is nearest town to Kukda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kukda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kukda
Population of Kukda
According to the 2011 Census, Kukda has a total population of about 2,060, with approximately 1,016 males and 1,044 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 330 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 589 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 93. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.96%, with male literacy at about 73.43% and female literacy near 52.78%. There are around 400 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,060 | 1,016 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 165 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 589 | 292 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 40 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,297 | 746 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 270 | 493 |
Connectivity of Kukda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukda. As per the 2011 stats, Kukda 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 Kukda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kukda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kukda
- Where is Kukda located?
- Kukda village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kukda?
- Kukda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kukda?
- The pincode of Kukda is 495556, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kukda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukda is 2,060, with 1,016 males and 1,044 females.
- How many households are there in Kukda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kukda village has a total of 400 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kukda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukda is 62.96%. The male literacy rate is 73.43%, while the female literacy rate is 52.78%.