Kulawan - Darlaghat, Solan
Kulawan is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Solan. Surajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulawan is 020094. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.08 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Kulawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulawan
According to the 2011 Census, Kulawan village had a total population of 119 people, including 64 males and 55 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.77%, with male literacy at 94.34% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 50 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulawan
Kulawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kulawan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kulawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulawan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kulawan
Where is Kulawan located?
Kulawan village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulawan is Surajpur.
What is the pincode of Kulawan?
The pincode of Kulawan is 173235.
What is the population of Kulawan?
Kulawan had a total population of 119, including 64 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Kulawan?
Kulawan had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kulawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulawan was 80.77%. Male literacy was 94.34% and female literacy was 66.67%.