Kucher - Bhamragad, Gadchiroli
Kucher is a village situated in the Bhamragad tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhamragad and around 208 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Tekla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kucher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kucher is 539691. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.43 hectares and falls under the 442710 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 208 km away.
Kucher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kucher
As per Census 2011, Kucher village has a total population of 90 people, consisting of 42 males and 48 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kucher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 41 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 31 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kucher
Kucher 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 Kucher
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kucher.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Kucher is about 208 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kucher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kucher 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kucher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kucher 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 Kucher
Where is Kucher located?
Kucher village is located in Bhamragad Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kucher?
The Gram Panchayat of Kucher is Tekla.
What is the pincode of Kucher?
The pincode of Kucher is 442710.
What is the population of Kucher?
Kucher has a total population of 90, including 42 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kucher?
There are 14 households in Kucher.
What is the literacy rate in Kucher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kucher is 25.56%. Male literacy is 26.19% and female literacy is 25.00%.