Kukanwali - Kuchaman City, Didwana-Kuchaman
Kukanwali is a village situated in the Kuchaman City tehsil of Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from Nawa and around 158 km from Nagaur. Kukanwali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukanwali is 083843. The village covers a total geographical area of 1252.8 hectares and falls under the 341519 pincode. Kuchaman City is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kukanwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kukanwali
As per Census 2011, Kukanwali village has a total population of 6,011 people, consisting of 3,094 males and 2,917 females. The village has 1,337 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 855 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,633 literate and 2,378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kukanwali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,011 | 3,094 | 2,917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 855 | 464 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,789 | 1,426 | 1,363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,633 | 2,228 | 1,405 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,378 | 866 | 1,512 |
Nearby Villages of Kukanwali
Kukanwali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sheshma Ka Bas | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Sardarpura | West | 2.45 km |
| Ompura | South | 2.48 km |
| Gugarwar | East | 3.15 km |
| Prempura | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Deusar | West | 3.55 km |
| Bhairupura | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Deogarh | South-West | 4.82 km |
| Lambideri | South-East | 4.98 km |
| Kakot | West | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kukanwali
Kukanwali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thathana Mithri, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kuchaman City to Kukanwali is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Kukanwali is about 158 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukanwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukanwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kukanwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukanwali 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kukanwali
Where is Kukanwali located?
Kukanwali village is located in Kuchaman City Tehsil, Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukanwali?
Kukanwali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kukanwali?
The pincode of Kukanwali is 341519.
What is the population of Kukanwali?
Kukanwali has a total population of 6,011, including 3,094 males and 2,917 females.
How many households are there in Kukanwali?
There are 1,337 households in Kukanwali.
What is the literacy rate in Kukanwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukanwali is 60.44%. Male literacy is 72.01% and female literacy is 48.17%.