Kutulnar - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Kutulnar is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Jhodiya Badam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutulnar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutulnar is 450165. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.41 hectares and falls under the 494441 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kutulnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutulnar
As per Census 2011, Kutulnar village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 171 males and 140 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 302 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kutulnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 171 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 33 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 166 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 82 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 89 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Kutulnar
Kutulnar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhodiyawadam | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Binjam | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Siyanar | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Samlur | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Rewnar | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Bhogam | South | 4.15 km |
| Chitalanka | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Japodi | North | 5.31 km |
| Alnar | West | 5.36 km |
| Badesurokhi | North-West | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kutulnar
Kutulnar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dantewara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Kutulnar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Kutulnar is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutulnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutulnar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kutulnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutulnar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kutulnar
Where is Kutulnar located?
Kutulnar village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kutulnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutulnar is Jhodiya Badam.
What is the pincode of Kutulnar?
The pincode of Kutulnar is 494441.
What is the population of Kutulnar?
Kutulnar has a total population of 311, including 171 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Kutulnar?
There are 69 households in Kutulnar.
What is the literacy rate in Kutulnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutulnar is 31.51%. Male literacy is 47.95% and female literacy is 11.43%.