Kukurman - Pratappur, Chatra
Kukurman is a village situated in the Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratappur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Yogiyara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukurman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukurman is 348458. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode.
Kukurman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kukurman
According to the 2011 Census, Kukurman village had a total population of 881 people, including 461 males and 420 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.03%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 51.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 | 461 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 260 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 201 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Kukurman
Kukurman 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 Kukurman
Kukurman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chatra to Kukurman is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukurman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukurman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kukurman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukurman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kukurman
Where is Kukurman located?
Kukurman village is located in Pratappur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kukurman?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukurman is Yogiyara.
What is the pincode of Kukurman?
The pincode of Kukurman is 825404.
What is the population of Kukurman?
Kukurman had a total population of 881, including 461 males and 420 females.
How many households are there in Kukurman?
Kukurman had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kukurman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukurman was 62.03%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 51.80%.