Kukudi - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Kukudi is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ainabhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukudi is 424180. The village covers a total geographical area of 322 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Kukudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukudi
As per Census 2011, Kukudi village has a total population of 1,029 people, consisting of 482 males and 547 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 519 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 364 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,029 | 482 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 63 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 136 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 364 | 161 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 306 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 176 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Kukudi
Kukudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anlabhata | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Podakhol | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Jariguma | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Sagjor | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Chachiguda | East | 3.10 km |
| Palas | North | 3.64 km |
| Pujhariguda | North | 4.09 km |
| Kumjor | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Sargiguda | East | 5.27 km |
| Ghantiguda | North | 5.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kukudi
Kukudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Kukudi is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kukudi is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kukudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kukudi
Where is Kukudi located?
Kukudi village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukudi is Ainabhata.
What is the pincode of Kukudi?
The pincode of Kukudi is 766018.
What is the population of Kukudi?
Kukudi has a total population of 1,029, including 482 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Kukudi?
There are 279 households in Kukudi.
What is the literacy rate in Kukudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukudi is 50.44%. Male literacy is 63.49% and female literacy is 38.94%.