Kugaon
Kugaon is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kugaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kugaon unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Kugaon’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 Kugaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kugaon is 498196. The village spans a total geographical area of 431.62 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Kugaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kugaon 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kugaon
Population of Kugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kugaon has a total population of about 925, with approximately 461 males and 464 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 132 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 602. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.81%, with male literacy at about 68.98% and female literacy near 48.71%. There are around 210 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kugaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 925 | 461 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 602 | 300 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 318 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 143 | 238 |
Connectivity of Kugaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kugaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kugaon 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 Kugaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kugaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kugaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kugaon
- Where is Kugaon located?
- Kugaon village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kugaon?
- Kugaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kugaon is 925, with 461 males and 464 females.
- How many households are there in Kugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kugaon village has a total of 210 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kugaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kugaon is 58.81%. The male literacy rate is 68.98%, while the female literacy rate is 48.71%.