Nalkul
Nalkul is a village located in Baleshwar Sadar tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Baleshwar Sadar (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Gopinathpur is the gram panchayat of Nalkul village.
Here you can discover what makes Nalkul unique in its vibrant Baleshwar Sadar-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Nalkul’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nalkul
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nalkul is 392737. The village spans a total geographical area of 73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756002. Baleshwar is nearest town to Nalkul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
As per 2019 stats, Nalkul village comes under Balasore assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Nalkul
Population of Nalkul
According to the 2011 Census, Nalkul has a total population of about 527, with approximately 275 males and 252 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 137. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.34%, with male literacy at about 57.09% and female literacy near 40.87%. There are around 138 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nalkul's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 527 | 275 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 109 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 78 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 157 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 118 | 149 |
Connectivity of Nalkul
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nalkul. As per the 2011 stats, Nalkul had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nalkul
Knowing the nearby villages of Nalkul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nalkul.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nalkul
- Where is Nalkul located?
- Nalkul village is situated in Baleshwar Sadar Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nalkul?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nalkul is Gopinathpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nalkul?
- The pincode of Nalkul is 756002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nalkul as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nalkul is 527, with 275 males and 252 females.
- How many households are there in Nalkul as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nalkul village has a total of 138 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nalkul as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nalkul is 49.34%. The male literacy rate is 57.09%, while the female literacy rate is 40.87%.