Kukkala
Kukkala is a village located in Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Beltangady (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Madanthyaru is the gram panchayat of Kukkala village.
Here you can discover what makes Kukkala unique in its vibrant Beltangadi-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Kukkala’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 Kukkala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukkala is 617658. The village spans a total geographical area of 620.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574233. Beltangady is nearest town to Kukkala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kukkala
Population of Kukkala
According to the 2011 Census, Kukkala has a total population of about 2,862, with approximately 1,434 males and 1,428 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 309 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 348 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.00%, with male literacy at about 79.57% and female literacy near 68.42%. There are around 599 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukkala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,862 | 1,434 | 1,428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 152 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 173 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,118 | 1,141 | 977 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 293 | 451 |
Connectivity of Kukkala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukkala. As per the 2011 stats, Kukkala 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kukkala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kukkala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukkala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kukkala
- Where is Kukkala located?
- Kukkala village is situated in Beltangadi Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kukkala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kukkala is Madanthyaru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kukkala?
- The pincode of Kukkala is 574233, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kukkala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukkala is 2,862, with 1,434 males and 1,428 females.
- How many households are there in Kukkala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kukkala village has a total of 599 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kukkala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukkala is 74.00%. The male literacy rate is 79.57%, while the female literacy rate is 68.42%.