Kulpa - Lanji, Balaghat
Kulpa is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Kulpa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulpa is 498513. The village covers a total geographical area of 882.8 hectares and falls under the 481224 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kulpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulpa
As per Census 2011, Kulpa village has a total population of 3,356 people, consisting of 1,680 males and 1,676 females. The village has 738 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,347 literate and 1,009 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,356 | 1,680 | 1,676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 205 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 143 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 2,347 | 1,311 | 1,036 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,009 | 369 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Kulpa
Kulpa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakaritola | South | 1.96 km |
| Parsodi | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Karanja | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Paraswada | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Gonditola | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Chicham Tola | East | 2.90 km |
| Bapadi | North | 3.74 km |
| Mokasitola | East | 4.01 km |
| Bangaon | West | 4.23 km |
| Tekepar | North-East | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulpa
Kulpa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amgaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanji to Kulpa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Kulpa is about 79 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 Kulpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kulpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kulpa
Where is Kulpa located?
Kulpa village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulpa?
Kulpa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kulpa?
The pincode of Kulpa is 481224.
What is the population of Kulpa?
Kulpa has a total population of 3,356, including 1,680 males and 1,676 females.
How many households are there in Kulpa?
There are 738 households in Kulpa.
What is the literacy rate in Kulpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulpa is 69.93%. Male literacy is 78.04% and female literacy is 61.81%.