Kuchagaon
Kuchagaon is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kuchagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Kuchagaon has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kuchagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuchagaon is 424150. The village spans a total geographical area of 914 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766018. Junagarh is nearest town to Kuchagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kuchagaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kuchagaon
Population of Kuchagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Kuchagaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,135 | 1,052 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 160 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 157 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,147 | 541 | 606 |
| Literate Population | 1,025 | 656 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,110 | 396 | 714 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kuchagaon village:
- The total population of Kuchagaon village is around 2,135, including approximately 1,052 males and 1,083 females, with a sex ratio of 1029 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 282 children aged 0–6 years in Kuchagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kuchagaon village has 308 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,147 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kuchagaon village is about 48.01%, with male literacy at 62.36% and female literacy at 34.07%.
- There are around 562 households in Kuchagaon village.
Connectivity of Kuchagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuchagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kuchagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuchagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuchagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuchagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuchagaon
- Where is Kuchagaon located?
- Kuchagaon village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuchagaon?
- Kuchagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kuchagaon?
- The pincode of Kuchagaon is 766018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuchagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuchagaon is 2,135, with 1,052 males and 1,083 females.
- How many households are there in Kuchagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuchagaon village has a total of 562 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuchagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuchagaon is 48.01%. The male literacy rate is 62.36%, while the female literacy rate is 34.07%.