Kulgaon
Kulgaon is a village located in Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 165km away from district headquarter Chirgaon. Chirgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Kulgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Kulgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kulgaon unique in its vibrant Chirgaon-Shimla region. You’ll see Kulgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kulgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kulgaon is 026598. The village spans a total geographical area of 561.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171214. Rohru is nearest town to Kulgaon village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Kulgaon village comes under Shimla assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kulgaon
Population of Kulgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kulgaon has a total population of about 931, with approximately 453 males and 478 females. The sex ratio is around 1055 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 202 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.35%, with male literacy at about 79.03% and female literacy near 56.28%. There are around 212 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kulgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 931 | 453 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 35 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 87 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 627 | 358 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 95 | 209 |
Connectivity of Kulgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kulgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kulgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kulgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kulgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kulgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kulgaon
- Where is Kulgaon located?
- Kulgaon village is situated in Chirgaon Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kulgaon?
- Kulgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kulgaon?
- The pincode of Kulgaon is 171214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kulgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kulgaon is 931, with 453 males and 478 females.
- How many households are there in Kulgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kulgaon village has a total of 212 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kulgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kulgaon is 67.35%. The male literacy rate is 79.03%, while the female literacy rate is 56.28%.