Kukad - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Kukad is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kukad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukad is 516329. The village covers a total geographical area of 1104.31 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kukad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukad
As per Census 2011, Kukad village has a total population of 2,132 people, consisting of 1,103 males and 1,029 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,517 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,132 | 1,103 | 1,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 132 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,517 | 834 | 683 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 269 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Kukad
Kukad 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 Kukad
Public transport in the Kukad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alang to Kukad is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kukad is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukad 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 Kukad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kukad
Where is Kukad located?
Kukad village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukad?
Kukad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kukad?
The pincode of Kukad is 364120.
What is the population of Kukad?
Kukad has a total population of 2,132, including 1,103 males and 1,029 females.
How many households are there in Kukad?
There are 386 households in Kukad.
What is the literacy rate in Kukad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukad is 71.15%. Male literacy is 75.61% and female literacy is 66.38%.