Kulon - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Kulon is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Kulon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulon is 489730. The village covers a total geographical area of 498.73 hectares and falls under the 483119 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kulon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulon
According to the 2011 Census, Kulon village had a total population of 1,076 people, including 560 males and 516 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.57%, with male literacy at 40.93% and female literacy at 25.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 1,076 | 560 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 130 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 176 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 384 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Kulon
Kulon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kulon
Kulon 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 5-10 km |
| 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 Shahpura to Kulon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Kulon is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kulon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kulon
Where is Kulon located?
Kulon village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulon?
Kulon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kulon?
The pincode of Kulon is 483119.
What is the population of Kulon?
Kulon had a total population of 1,076, including 560 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Kulon?
Kulon had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kulon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulon was 33.57%. Male literacy was 40.93% and female literacy was 25.80%.