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.

Hukwa has its own place in the vibrant Palamu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Hukwa

Below is a concise population overview of Hukwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hukwa village:

  • The total population of Hukwa village is around 499, including approximately 243 males and 256 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 101 children aged 0–6 years in Hukwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hukwa village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 458 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hukwa village is about 37.47%, with male literacy at 48.97% and female literacy at 26.56%.
  • There are around 95 households in Hukwa village.

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.

Kankari Hansgara Basaria Kalan Bariman Ajlatua Kurka Jharha Ranki Haminpur Dumri Ladi

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%.