Kukrasol - Nayagram, Jhargram
Kukrasol is a village situated in the Nayagram subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kharikamathani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kukrasol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kukrasol is 341020. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.07 hectares and falls under the 721135 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Kukrasol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kukrasol
According to the 2011 Census, Kukrasol village had a total population of 625 people, including 310 males and 315 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.50%, with male literacy at 87.41% and female literacy at 71.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 625 | 310 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 243 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 67 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Kukrasol
Kukrasol 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 Kukrasol
Kukrasol 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Kukrasol is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kukrasol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kukrasol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kukrasol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kukrasol 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kukrasol
Where is Kukrasol located?
Kukrasol village is located in Nayagram Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kukrasol?
The Gram Panchayat of Kukrasol is Kharikamathani.
What is the pincode of Kukrasol?
The pincode of Kukrasol is 721135.
What is the population of Kukrasol?
Kukrasol had a total population of 625, including 310 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Kukrasol?
Kukrasol had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kukrasol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kukrasol was 79.50%. Male literacy was 87.41% and female literacy was 71.58%.