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Kokotungo

QLD 4702 • Queensland

89
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
781.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteOutback

About Kokotungo

Kokotungo is a remote rural locality in the Banana Shire of Central Queensland, situated approximately 160 kilometres west of Rockhampton and around 28 kilometres north-east of the small township of Baralaba. Covering a vast 781 square kilometres of grazing country, the locality had a 2021 Census population of just 89 residents, underscoring its sparse, pastoral character. The area takes its name from an Aboriginal word for a local hill, and the landscape is defined by open cattle country typical of Queensland's Central Highlands region.

Kokotungo is quintessential outback Queensland — a working landscape of large cattle stations with little in the way of retail or community facilities within the locality itself. Residents rely on Baralaba for basic services and Biloela (approximately 90 kilometres south-west) for more substantial shopping and medical facilities. The Dawson Valley railway line once passed through the area, though it has long since closed, and a private vehicle is essential for getting around this remote locality.

Kokotungo falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
781.29 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — Biloela / Rockhampton N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
520 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
approx. 6 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 5.5 hrs

🛣️ Private vehicle essential; nearest service centre is Biloela (~90 km south-west) or Rockhampton (~160 km east

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

There are no shops or services within the locality; all errands require driving to Baralaba or Biloela

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
89
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kokotungo known for? +

Kokotungo is known for its wide open cattle grazing country in Central Queensland's Banana Shire. The locality covers more than 781 square kilometres of pastoral land, and the name derives from an Aboriginal word for a nearby hill.

How far is Kokotungo from the nearest major city? +

Kokotungo is approximately 160 kilometres west of Rockhampton, Queensland's nearest major regional city. The drive takes roughly 2 to 2.5 hours. Brisbane is approximately 520 kilometres away by road, around a 5.5 to 6 hour drive.

Does Kokotungo have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Kokotungo. The former Dawson Valley railway line that once passed through the area has closed. A private vehicle is essential for all travel to and from the locality.

What is the population of Kokotungo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kokotungo has a population of 89 residents, spread across a very large area of approximately 781 square kilometres of grazing land.

Is Kokotungo a good place to live? +

Kokotungo suits those who value an isolated rural lifestyle on large pastoral properties, far from urban conveniences. It offers peace and wide open spaces, though residents must travel considerable distances to Baralaba or Biloela for everyday services.

What is the postcode for Kokotungo? +

The postcode for Kokotungo is 4702, shared with Rockhampton and surrounding Central Queensland localities.