Ketulnar - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Ketulnar is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Toyanar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ketulnar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ketulnar is 451318. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.54 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Bhairamgarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ketulnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ketulnar
According to the 2011 Census, Ketulnar village had a total population of 387 people, including 202 males and 185 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.52%, with male literacy at 35.67% and female literacy at 13.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 247.
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 | 387 | 202 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 135 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 56 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 146 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Ketulnar
Ketulnar 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 Ketulnar
Public transport in the Ketulnar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhairamgarh to Ketulnar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Ketulnar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ketulnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ketulnar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ketulnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ketulnar 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 Ketulnar
Where is Ketulnar located?
Ketulnar village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ketulnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ketulnar is Toyanar.
What is the pincode of Ketulnar?
The pincode of Ketulnar is 494450.
What is the population of Ketulnar?
Ketulnar had a total population of 387, including 202 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Ketulnar?
Ketulnar had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ketulnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ketulnar was 24.52%. Male literacy was 35.67% and female literacy was 13.07%.