Kulamuwa - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Kulamuwa is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Joyramkuchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulamuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulamuwa is 281976. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.54 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kulamuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulamuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kulamuwa village had a total population of 418 people, including 213 males and 205 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.86%, with male literacy at 75.27% and female literacy at 45.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 418 | 213 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 137 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 76 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Kulamuwa
Kulamuwa 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 Kulamuwa
Public transport in the Kulamuwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Kulamuwa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Kulamuwa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulamuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulamuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kulamuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulamuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kulamuwa
Where is Kulamuwa located?
Kulamuwa village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulamuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulamuwa is Joyramkuchi.
What is the pincode of Kulamuwa?
The pincode of Kulamuwa is 783129.
What is the population of Kulamuwa?
Kulamuwa had a total population of 418, including 213 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Kulamuwa?
Kulamuwa had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kulamuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulamuwa was 60.86%. Male literacy was 75.27% and female literacy was 45.24%.