Kukerama - Laikera, Jharsuguda
Kukerama is a village situated in the Laikera tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laikera and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Tileimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukerama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukerama is 381158. The village covers a total geographical area of 401 hectares and falls under the 768213 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kukerama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukerama
As per Census 2011, Kukerama village has a total population of 507 people, consisting of 254 males and 253 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 349 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukerama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 507 | 254 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 177 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 206 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 48 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Kukerama
Kukerama is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadodarha | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Routbahal | West | 2.92 km |
| Ramchipidihi | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Pakelpada | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Ganjudihi | North | 3.66 km |
| Jammal | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Tileimal | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Talmunda | South | 4.87 km |
| Naikbandhpali | South-West | 5.02 km |
| Babuchipidihi | West | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kukerama
Public transport in the Kukerama is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dharuadihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Kukerama is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Kukerama is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukerama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukerama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kukerama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukerama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kukerama
Where is Kukerama located?
Kukerama village is located in Laikera Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukerama?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukerama is Tileimal.
What is the pincode of Kukerama?
The pincode of Kukerama is 768213.
What is the population of Kukerama?
Kukerama has a total population of 507, including 254 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Kukerama?
There are 146 households in Kukerama.
What is the literacy rate in Kukerama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukerama is 66.67%. Male literacy is 81.10% and female literacy is 52.17%.