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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kucher village had a total population of 90 people, including 42 males and 48 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.49%, with male literacy at 31.43% and female literacy at 27.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Kucher?
The Village Panchayat of Kucher is Tekla.
What is the pincode of Kucher?
The pincode of Kucher is 442710.
What is the population of Kucher?
Kucher had a total population of 90, including 42 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kucher?
Kucher had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kucher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kucher was 29.49%. Male literacy was 31.43% and female literacy was 27.91%.