Kukkal
Kukkal is a village located in Udhagamandalam taluka of The Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 33km away from Udhagamandalam, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kukkal village. As per 2009 stats, Kookal is the gram panchayat of Kukkal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kukkal unique in its vibrant Udhagamandalam-The Nilgiris region. You’ll see Kukkal’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 Kukkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukkal is 635090. The village spans a total geographical area of 6248.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 643217. Kothagiri is nearest town to Kukkal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kukkal
Population of Kukkal
According to the 2011 Census, Kukkal has a total population of about 5,219, with approximately 2,523 males and 2,696 females. The sex ratio is around 1068 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 486 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 708 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 294. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.02%, with male literacy at about 76.10% and female literacy near 60.46%. There are around 1,528 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,219 | 2,523 | 2,696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 249 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 708 | 336 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 144 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 3,550 | 1,920 | 1,630 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,669 | 603 | 1,066 |
Connectivity of Kukkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukkal. As per the 2011 stats, Kukkal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kukkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kukkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kukkal
- Where is Kukkal located?
- Kukkal village is situated in Udhagamandalam Taluka, within the The Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kukkal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kukkal is Kookal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kukkal?
- The pincode of Kukkal is 643217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kukkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukkal is 5,219, with 2,523 males and 2,696 females.
- How many households are there in Kukkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kukkal village has a total of 1,528 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kukkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukkal is 68.02%. The male literacy rate is 76.10%, while the female literacy rate is 60.46%.