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
As per Census 2011, Kulon village has a total population of 1,076 people, consisting of 560 males and 516 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 281 literate and 795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,076 | 560 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 130 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,076, including 560 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Kulon?
There are 235 households in Kulon.
What is the literacy rate in Kulon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulon is 26.12%. Male literacy is 31.43% and female literacy is 20.35%.