Kukurkund - Mathili, Malkangiri
Kukurkund is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Temurupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukurkund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukurkund is 430357. The village covers a total geographical area of 438 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Kukurkund 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 Kukurkund
As per Census 2011, Kukurkund village has a total population of 390 people, consisting of 197 males and 193 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 390 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukurkund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 390 | 197 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 45 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 197 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 59 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 138 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Kukurkund
Kukurkund 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 Kukurkund
Kukurkund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Malkangiri to Kukurkund is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kukurkund is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukurkund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukurkund 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 Kukurkund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukurkund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kukurkund
Where is Kukurkund located?
Kukurkund village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukurkund?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukurkund is Temurupalli.
What is the pincode of Kukurkund?
The pincode of Kukurkund is 764044.
What is the population of Kukurkund?
Kukurkund has a total population of 390, including 197 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Kukurkund?
There are 102 households in Kukurkund.
What is the literacy rate in Kukurkund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukurkund is 23.59%. Male literacy is 29.95% and female literacy is 17.10%.