Kulunda - Attabira, Bargarh
Kulunda is a village situated in the Attabira tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attabira and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Kulunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulunda is 380911. The village covers a total geographical area of 1129 hectares and falls under the 768027 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kulunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulunda
As per Census 2011, Kulunda village has a total population of 4,268 people, consisting of 2,193 males and 2,075 females. The village has 1,055 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,169 literate and 1,099 illiterate residents. Additionally, 673 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 964 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,268 | 2,193 | 2,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 213 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 673 | 340 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 964 | 504 | 460 |
| Literate Population | 3,169 | 1,752 | 1,417 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,099 | 441 | 658 |
Nearby Villages of Kulunda
Kulunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birkhakata | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Bugbuga | South | 2.35 km |
| Ladarpali | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Babebira | East | 2.73 km |
| Bhoipura | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Attabira | North | 3.12 km |
| Janhapada | West | 3.77 km |
| Khirapali | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Amastala | East | 4.72 km |
| Gondpali | South-West | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulunda
Kulunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Attabira, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Kulunda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kulunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kulunda
Where is Kulunda located?
Kulunda village is located in Attabira Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulunda?
Kulunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kulunda?
The pincode of Kulunda is 768027.
What is the population of Kulunda?
Kulunda has a total population of 4,268, including 2,193 males and 2,075 females.
How many households are there in Kulunda?
There are 1,055 households in Kulunda.
What is the literacy rate in Kulunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulunda is 74.25%. Male literacy is 79.89% and female literacy is 68.29%.