Kukran
Kukran is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kukkran is the gram panchayat of Kukran village.
Here you can discover what makes Kukran unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Kukran’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kukran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukran is 031770. The village spans a total geographical area of 67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146108. Garhshankar is nearest town to Kukran village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kukran
Population of Kukran
According to the 2011 Census, Kukran has a total population of about 197, with approximately 105 males and 92 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 17 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.16%, with male literacy at about 79.05% and female literacy near 75.00%. There are around 39 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 105 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
Connectivity of Kukran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukran. As per the 2011 stats, Kukran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kukran
Knowing the nearby villages of Kukran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kukran
- Where is Kukran located?
- Kukran village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kukran?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kukran is Kukkran (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kukran?
- The pincode of Kukran is 146108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kukran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukran is 197, with 105 males and 92 females.
- How many households are there in Kukran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kukran village has a total of 39 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kukran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukran is 77.16%. The male literacy rate is 79.05%, while the female literacy rate is 75.00%.