Kulhor - Berasia, Bhopal
Kulhor is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Kulhor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulhor is 482196. The village covers a total geographical area of 751.65 hectares and falls under the 463111 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kulhor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulhor
As per Census 2011, Kulhor village has a total population of 2,111 people, consisting of 1,109 males and 1,002 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,269 literate and 842 illiterate residents. Additionally, 877 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulhor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,111 | 1,109 | 1,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 164 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 877 | 466 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 782 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 327 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Kulhor
Kulhor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charpahari | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Garenthiya Bazyft | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Khejra Kamal | East | 2.53 km |
| Imalia Narendra | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Bairagarh | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Mankhiyai | West | 3.12 km |
| Dangroli | South | 3.43 km |
| Dungariya | North | 4.03 km |
| Barrichheer Kheda | West | 4.07 km |
| Semri Khurd | North-West | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulhor
Kulhor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dewanganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berasia to Kulhor is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Kulhor is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulhor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulhor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kulhor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulhor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kulhor
Where is Kulhor located?
Kulhor village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulhor?
Kulhor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kulhor?
The pincode of Kulhor is 463111.
What is the population of Kulhor?
Kulhor has a total population of 2,111, including 1,109 males and 1,002 females.
How many households are there in Kulhor?
There are 448 households in Kulhor.
What is the literacy rate in Kulhor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulhor is 60.11%. Male literacy is 70.51% and female literacy is 48.60%.