Kukretha
Kukretha is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Kukretha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kukretha unique in its vibrant Chanderi-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Kukretha’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 Kukretha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukretha is 500293. The village spans a total geographical area of 740.57 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Kukretha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kukretha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kukretha
Population of Kukretha
According to the 2011 Census, Kukretha has a total population of about 1,049, with approximately 539 males and 510 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 280 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 19. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.01%, with male literacy at about 74.40% and female literacy near 46.86%. There are around 210 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukretha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,049 | 539 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 135 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 401 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 138 | 271 |
Connectivity of Kukretha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukretha. As per the 2011 stats, Kukretha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Kukretha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kukretha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukretha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kukretha
- Where is Kukretha located?
- Kukretha village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kukretha?
- Kukretha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kukretha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukretha is 1,049, with 539 males and 510 females.
- How many households are there in Kukretha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kukretha village has a total of 210 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kukretha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukretha is 61.01%. The male literacy rate is 74.40%, while the female literacy rate is 46.86%.