Kukurkuan - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Kukurkuan is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Raighar and around 106 km from Nabarangapur . Jodenga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukurkuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukurkuan is 427203. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 764088 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kukurkuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukurkuan
As per Census 2011, Kukurkuan village has a total population of 611 people, consisting of 283 males and 328 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,159 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 595 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukurkuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 283 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 54 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 276 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 175 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 108 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Kukurkuan
Kukurkuan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadenga | West | 1.61 km |
| Hirapara | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Sobhapara | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Jodenga | South | 2.79 km |
| Maruadihi | South | 2.86 km |
| Deobharandi | North | 3.48 km |
| Maripara | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Hirri | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Jadapara | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Naktisimada | East | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kukurkuan
Kukurkuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Kukurkuan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Kukurkuan is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukurkuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukurkuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kukurkuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukurkuan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kukurkuan
Where is Kukurkuan located?
Kukurkuan village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukurkuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukurkuan is Jodenga.
What is the pincode of Kukurkuan?
The pincode of Kukurkuan is 764088.
What is the population of Kukurkuan?
Kukurkuan has a total population of 611, including 283 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Kukurkuan?
There are 114 households in Kukurkuan.
What is the literacy rate in Kukurkuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukurkuan is 45.83%. Male literacy is 61.84% and female literacy is 32.01%.