Kuchung
About Kuchung
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kuchung village is 331123. Kuchung village is located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 39.6km away from sub-district headquarter Puncha (tehsildar office) and 33.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Panipathar is the gram panchayat of Kuchung village.
The total geographical area of village is 253.96 hectares. Kuchung has a total population of 764 peoples, out of which male population is 387 while female population is 377. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 974 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kuchung village is 28.66% out of which 42.64% males and 14.32% females are literate. There are about 158 houses in kuchung village. Pincode of kuchung village locality is 723101.
Puruliya is nearest town to kuchung village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Kuchung
The population details of Kuchung cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 764 | 387 | 377 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 165 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 222 | 323 |
Connectivity of Kuchung
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kuchung
Where is Kuchung located?
Kuchung village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuchung?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuchung is Panipathar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kuchung?
The pincode of Kuchung is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kuchung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuchung is 764, with 387 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Kuchung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kuchung village has a total of 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuchung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuchung is 28.66%. The male literacy rate is 42.64%, while the female literacy rate is 14.32%.