Kukain

Kukain is a village located in Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 67km away from district headquarter Sarkaghat. Sarkaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Kukain village. As per 2009 stats, Chowk Dpr is the gram panchayat of Kukain village.

Here you can discover what makes Kukain unique in its vibrant Sarkaghat-Mandi region. You’ll see Kukain’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 Kukain

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukain is 013887. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175024. Sarkaghat is nearest town to Kukain village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kukain 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 Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kukain

According to the 2011 Census, Kukain has a total population of about 313, with approximately 155 males and 158 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 192 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 73.80%, with male literacy at about 82.58% and female literacy near 65.19%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukain's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 313 155 158
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 28 16 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 192 98 94
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 231 128 103
Illiterate Population 82 27 55

Connectivity of Kukain

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukain. As per the 2011 stats, Kukain 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kukain

Knowing the nearby villages of Kukain helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukain.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kukain

Where is Kukain located?
Kukain village is situated in Sarkaghat Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukain?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukain is Chowk Dpr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kukain?
The pincode of Kukain is 175024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kukain as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukain is 313, with 155 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Kukain as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kukain village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kukain as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukain is 73.80%. The male literacy rate is 82.58%, while the female literacy rate is 65.19%.