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
According to the 2011 Census, Kukurkund village had a total population of 390 people, including 197 males and 193 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.83%, with male literacy at 38.82% and female literacy at 24.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 390.
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 | 390 | 197 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 45 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 390, including 197 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Kukurkund?
Kukurkund had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kukurkund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukurkund was 31.83%. Male literacy was 38.82% and female literacy was 24.09%.