Kukudaput - Nandapur, Koraput
Kukudaput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bheja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukudaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukudaput is 429875. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Kukudaput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukudaput
As per Census 2011, Kukudaput village has a total population of 201 people, consisting of 109 males and 92 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukudaput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 201 | 109 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 49 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 60 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Kukudaput
Kukudaput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gulpandi | North | 1.25 km |
| Ghagadapandi | West | 1.27 km |
| Khatagauraput | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Patrapandi | South-East | 1.70 km |
| P.khilaput | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Taraliput | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Mohipalput | West | 2.71 km |
| Tudukuthuba | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Satasemili | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Sisaput | North | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kukudaput
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kukudaput. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Kukudaput is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kukudaput is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukudaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukudaput 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kukudaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukudaput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kukudaput
Where is Kukudaput located?
Kukudaput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukudaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukudaput is Bheja.
What is the pincode of Kukudaput?
The pincode of Kukudaput is 764037.
What is the population of Kukudaput?
Kukudaput has a total population of 201, including 109 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Kukudaput?
There are 57 households in Kukudaput.
What is the literacy rate in Kukudaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukudaput is 28.86%. Male literacy is 44.95% and female literacy is 9.78%.