Hukwa
Hukwa is a village located in Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. Palamu and Chainpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Hukwa village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kankari is the gram panchayat of Hukwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Hukwa unique in its vibrant Chainpur-Palamu region. You’ll see Hukwa’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 Hukwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hukwa is 366785. The village spans a total geographical area of 82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822110. Chainpur is nearest town to Hukwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Hukwa
Population of Hukwa
According to the 2011 Census, Hukwa has a total population of about 499, with approximately 243 males and 256 females. The sex ratio is around 1053 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 101 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 458. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.47%, with male literacy at about 48.97% and female literacy near 26.56%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hukwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 243 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 43 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 458 | 227 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 119 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 124 | 188 |
Connectivity of Hukwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hukwa. As per the 2011 stats, Hukwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hukwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Hukwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hukwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hukwa
- Where is Hukwa located?
- Hukwa village is situated in Chainpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hukwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hukwa is Kankari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hukwa?
- The pincode of Hukwa is 822110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hukwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hukwa is 499, with 243 males and 256 females.
- How many households are there in Hukwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hukwa village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hukwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hukwa is 37.47%. The male literacy rate is 48.97%, while the female literacy rate is 26.56%.