Kukudamunda - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Kukudamunda is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kukudamunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukudamunda is 384188. The village covers a total geographical area of 566 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kukudamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukudamunda
As per Census 2011, Kukudamunda village has a total population of 1,267 people, consisting of 646 males and 621 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 853 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,007 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukudamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,267 | 646 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 71 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,007 | 507 | 500 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 491 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 155 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Kukudamunda
Kukudamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatimunda | North | 1.86 km |
| Bheluadihi | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Sankuchulu | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Kadammunda | North | 3.09 km |
| Pandurisila | North | 3.28 km |
| Gyanpali | West | 3.86 km |
| Sarumohan | East | 4.07 km |
| Kendudihi | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Alanda | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Kukuda | South | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kukudamunda
Kukudamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raj Gangpur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rajagangapur to Kukudamunda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kukudamunda is about 85 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 Kukudamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukudamunda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kukudamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukudamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kukudamunda
Where is Kukudamunda located?
Kukudamunda village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukudamunda?
Kukudamunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kukudamunda?
The pincode of Kukudamunda is 770017.
What is the population of Kukudamunda?
Kukudamunda has a total population of 1,267, including 646 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Kukudamunda?
There are 260 households in Kukudamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Kukudamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukudamunda is 67.32%. Male literacy is 76.01% and female literacy is 58.29%.