Kuhakunda - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Kuhakunda is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Rengali and around 90 km from Jharsuguda. Kanaktora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuhakunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuhakunda is 380952. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kuhakunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuhakunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kuhakunda village had a total population of 435 people, including 227 males and 208 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.52%, with male literacy at 83.50% and female literacy at 67.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 435 | 227 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 167 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 60 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Kuhakunda
Kuhakunda 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 Kuhakunda
Kuhakunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Kuhakunda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Kuhakunda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuhakunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuhakunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuhakunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuhakunda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuhakunda
Where is Kuhakunda located?
Kuhakunda village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuhakunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuhakunda is Kanaktora.
What is the pincode of Kuhakunda?
The pincode of Kuhakunda is 768226.
What is the population of Kuhakunda?
Kuhakunda had a total population of 435, including 227 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Kuhakunda?
Kuhakunda had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuhakunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuhakunda was 75.52%. Male literacy was 83.50% and female literacy was 67.02%.