Kukuluguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Kukuluguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 120 km from Paparmetla and around 125 km from Malkangiri . Ralegada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukuluguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukuluguda is 430741. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kukuluguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukuluguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kukuluguda village had a total population of 56 people, including 29 males and 27 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 91.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 10 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kukuluguda
Kukuluguda 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 Kukuluguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kukuluguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Kukuluguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kukuluguda is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukuluguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukuluguda 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 Kukuluguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukuluguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kukuluguda
Where is Kukuluguda located?
Kukuluguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukuluguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukuluguda is Ralegada.
What is the pincode of Kukuluguda?
The pincode of Kukuluguda is 764051.
What is the population of Kukuluguda?
Kukuluguda had a total population of 56, including 29 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Kukuluguda?
Kukuluguda had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kukuluguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukuluguda was 90.91%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 91.30%.