Kukkedi - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Kukkedi is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Kukkedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukkedi is 617631. The village covers a total geographical area of 824.89 hectares and falls under the 574242 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kukkedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukkedi
As per Census 2011, Kukkedi village has a total population of 2,195 people, consisting of 1,104 males and 1,091 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,666 literate and 529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukkedi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kukkedi
Kukkedi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gardadi | East | 3.08 km |
| Pilathabettu | South | 3.16 km |
| Maladi | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Bajire | West | 3.41 km |
| Nittade | North | 3.53 km |
| Venooru | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Irvathur | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Sonandur | South-East | 5.06 km |
| Nalkuru | North-East | 5.13 km |
| Kukkala | South | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kukkedi
Kukkedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bantawala, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beltangady to Kukkedi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Kukkedi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukkedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukkedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kukkedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukkedi 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 Kukkedi
Where is Kukkedi located?
Kukkedi village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukkedi?
Kukkedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kukkedi?
The pincode of Kukkedi is 574242.
What is the population of Kukkedi?
Kukkedi has a total population of 2,195, including 1,104 males and 1,091 females.
How many households are there in Kukkedi?
There are 430 households in Kukkedi.
What is the literacy rate in Kukkedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukkedi is 75.90%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 70.49%.