Kukdadah - Keshkal, Kondagaon
Kukdadah is a village situated in the Keshkal tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Keskal and around 148 km from Jagdalpur. Donderapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukdadah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukdadah is 448529. The village covers a total geographical area of 1105 hectares and falls under the 494334 pincode. Keskal is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kukdadah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kukdadah
As per Census 2011, Kukdadah village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 148 males and 153 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 271 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukdadah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 148 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 138 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 108 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 40 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Kukdadah
Kukdadah 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lulegondi | North | 2.25 km |
| Kupagondi | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Khalemurvend | East | 3.57 km |
| Jiwalamari | West | 3.97 km |
| Komalpur | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Kulgaon | North | 4.27 km |
| Honehed | South | 4.61 km |
| Uparmurvend | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Dhonderapal | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Ghodajhar | South-West | 5.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kukdadah
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kukdadah. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.9 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 Keskal to Kukdadah is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Kukdadah 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 Kukdadah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukdadah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kukdadah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukdadah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kukdadah
Where is Kukdadah located?
Kukdadah village is located in Keshkal Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukdadah?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukdadah is Donderapal.
What is the pincode of Kukdadah?
The pincode of Kukdadah is 494334.
What is the population of Kukdadah?
Kukdadah has a total population of 301, including 148 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Kukdadah?
There are 65 households in Kukdadah.
What is the literacy rate in Kukdadah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukdadah is 54.82%. Male literacy is 72.97% and female literacy is 37.25%.