Kukra - Ghansaur, Seoni
Kukra is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Phulehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukra is 496247. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.12 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Ghansaur is the nearest town, located about 119 km away.
Kukra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukra
As per Census 2011, Kukra village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 172 males and 175 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 172 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 158 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 109 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 63 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Kukra
Kukra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kukra
Kukra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghansaur to Kukra is about 119 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Kukra is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kukra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kukra
Where is Kukra located?
Kukra village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukra is Phulehra.
What is the pincode of Kukra?
The pincode of Kukra is 480997.
What is the population of Kukra?
Kukra has a total population of 347, including 172 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Kukra?
There are 91 households in Kukra.
What is the literacy rate in Kukra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukra is 56.48%. Male literacy is 63.37% and female literacy is 49.71%.