Kulfat - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Kulfat is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Roshan Ganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulfat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulfat is 255944. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kulfat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kulfat
As per Census 2011, Kulfat village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 166 males and 186 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulfat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 166 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 99 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 67 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Kulfat
Kulfat 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 Kulfat
Public transport in the Kulfat is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sherghati to Kulfat is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Kulfat is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulfat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulfat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kulfat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulfat 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 Kulfat
Where is Kulfat located?
Kulfat village is located in Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulfat?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulfat is Roshan Ganj.
What is the pincode of Kulfat?
The pincode of Kulfat is 824217.
What is the population of Kulfat?
Kulfat has a total population of 352, including 166 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Kulfat?
There are 52 households in Kulfat.
What is the literacy rate in Kulfat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulfat is 48.30%. Male literacy is 59.64% and female literacy is 38.17%.