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
As per Census 2011, Kuhakunda village has a total population of 435 people, consisting of 227 males and 208 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 293 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuhakunda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 435, including 227 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Kuhakunda?
There are 90 households in Kuhakunda.
What is the literacy rate in Kuhakunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuhakunda is 67.36%. Male literacy is 73.57% and female literacy is 60.58%.