Kukras
Kukras is a village located in Patan Veraval taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Veraval (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Kukras village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kukras unique in its vibrant Patan Veraval-Junagadh region. You’ll see Kukras’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 Kukras
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukras is 515038. The village spans a total geographical area of 883.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362140. Veraval is nearest town to Kukras village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Kukras
Population of Kukras
According to the 2011 Census, Kukras has a total population of about 2,116, with approximately 1,078 males and 1,038 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 262 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.98%, with male literacy at about 67.63% and female literacy near 50.00%. There are around 360 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukras's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,116 | 1,078 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 151 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 141 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,248 | 729 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 349 | 519 |
Connectivity of Kukras
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukras. As per the 2011 stats, Kukras had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kukras
Knowing the nearby villages of Kukras helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukras.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kukras
- Where is Kukras located?
- Kukras village is situated in Patan Veraval Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kukras?
- Kukras serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kukras?
- The pincode of Kukras is 362140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kukras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukras is 2,116, with 1,078 males and 1,038 females.
- How many households are there in Kukras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kukras village has a total of 360 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kukras as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukras is 58.98%. The male literacy rate is 67.63%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.