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
According to the 2011 Census, Kurlubahal village had a total population of 567 people, including 294 males and 273 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.75%, with male literacy at 73.86% and female literacy at 54.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 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 had a total population of 567, including 294 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Kurlubahal?
Kurlubahal had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurlubahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurlubahal was 64.75%. Male literacy was 73.86% and female literacy was 54.77%.