Kurlubahal - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Kurlubahal is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Bangbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurlubahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurlubahal is 380117. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kurlubahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kurlubahal
As per Census 2011, Kurlubahal village has a total population of 567 people, consisting of 294 males and 273 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 327 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 268 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurlubahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 294 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 138 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 195 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 99 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Kurlubahal
Kurlubahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kansdol | South | 1.17 km |
| Nuapali | North | 1.87 km |
| Patharamunda | East | 1.99 km |
| Sandhibahal | South | 2.23 km |
| Kendumundi | East | 2.64 km |
| Beheramunda | South | 2.96 km |
| Banchhanagar | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Darlipali | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Podhapali | East | 3.38 km |
| Karhimunda | North | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurlubahal
Public transport in the Kurlubahal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| 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 Padmapur to Kurlubahal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Kurlubahal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurlubahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurlubahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurlubahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurlubahal 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 Kurlubahal
Where is Kurlubahal located?
Kurlubahal village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurlubahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurlubahal is Bangbahal.
What is the pincode of Kurlubahal?
The pincode of Kurlubahal is 768037.
What is the population of Kurlubahal?
Kurlubahal has a total population of 567, including 294 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Kurlubahal?
There are 148 households in Kurlubahal.
What is the literacy rate in Kurlubahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurlubahal is 57.67%. Male literacy is 66.33% and female literacy is 48.35%.