Kukurmua - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Kukurmua is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Zikzak and around 80 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukurmua is 274021. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Kukurmua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukurmua
According to the 2011 Census, Kukurmua village had a total population of 1,256 people, including 634 males and 622 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.51%, with male literacy at 71.01% and female literacy at 61.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,256 | 634 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 387 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 247 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Kukurmua
Kukurmua 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 Kukurmua
Kukurmua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tura to Kukurmua is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukurmua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukurmua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kukurmua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukurmua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kukurmua
Where is Kukurmua located?
Kukurmua village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kukurmua?
The pincode of Kukurmua is 794106.
What is the population of Kukurmua?
Kukurmua had a total population of 1,256, including 634 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Kukurmua?
Kukurmua had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kukurmua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukurmua was 66.51%. Male literacy was 71.01% and female literacy was 61.94%.