Kukurha - Gola, Gorakhpur
Kukurha is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Kukurha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukurha is 187731. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.14 hectares and falls under the 273408 pincode.
Kukurha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kukurha
According to the 2011 Census, Kukurha village had a total population of 383 people, including 190 males and 193 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.80%, with male literacy at 80.81% and female literacy at 56.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 383 | 190 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 17 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 139 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 51 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Kukurha
Kukurha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kukurha
Kukurha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Kukurha is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukurha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukurha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kukurha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukurha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kukurha
Where is Kukurha located?
Kukurha village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kukurha?
Kukurha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kukurha?
The pincode of Kukurha is 273408.
What is the population of Kukurha?
Kukurha had a total population of 383, including 190 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Kukurha?
Kukurha had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kukurha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukurha was 68.80%. Male literacy was 80.81% and female literacy was 56.73%.