Kukkedi
Kukkedi is a village located in Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Beltangady (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Kukkedi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kukkedi unique in its vibrant Beltangadi-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Kukkedi’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 Kukkedi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukkedi is 617631. The village spans a total geographical area of 824.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574242. Beltangady is nearest town to Kukkedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kukkedi
Population of Kukkedi
According to the 2011 Census, Kukkedi has a total population of about 2,195, with approximately 1,104 males and 1,091 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 212 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 165 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 75.90%, with male literacy at about 81.25% and female literacy near 70.49%. There are around 430 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukkedi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,195 | 1,104 | 1,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 106 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,666 | 897 | 769 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 207 | 322 |
Connectivity of Kukkedi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukkedi. As per the 2011 stats, Kukkedi 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 Kukkedi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kukkedi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukkedi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kukkedi
- Where is Kukkedi located?
- Kukkedi village is situated in Beltangadi Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kukkedi?
- Kukkedi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kukkedi?
- The pincode of Kukkedi is 574242, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kukkedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukkedi is 2,195, with 1,104 males and 1,091 females.
- How many households are there in Kukkedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kukkedi village has a total of 430 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kukkedi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukkedi is 75.90%. The male literacy rate is 81.25%, while the female literacy rate is 70.49%.