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.
Kukkal has its own place in the vibrant The Nilgiris region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kukkal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kukkal village:
- The total population of Kukkal village is around 5,219, including approximately 2,523 males and 2,696 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 486 children aged 0–6 years in Kukkal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kukkal village has 708 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 294 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kukkal village is about 68.02%, with male literacy at 76.10% and female literacy at 60.46%.
- There are around 1,528 households in Kukkal village.
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%.