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.
Here you can discover what makes Kuchagaon unique in its vibrant Jayapatna-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kuchagaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Kuchagaon has a total population of about 2,135, with approximately 1,052 males and 1,083 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 282 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 308 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,147. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.01%, with male literacy at about 62.36% and female literacy near 34.07%. There are around 562 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuchagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.