Kulihari - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Kulihari is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Sandhikulihari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulihari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulihari is 423952. The village covers a total geographical area of 626 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kulihari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulihari
As per Census 2011, Kulihari village has a total population of 2,661 people, consisting of 1,324 males and 1,337 females. The village has 698 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 376 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,372 literate and 1,289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulihari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,661 | 1,324 | 1,337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 191 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 128 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 75 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,372 | 922 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,289 | 402 | 887 |
Nearby Villages of Kulihari
Kulihari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhilpa | East | 2.65 km |
| Kankeri | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Rajmoter | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Kotmer | North | 4.25 km |
| Kuturu | East | 4.34 km |
| Godabhanja | East | 5.04 km |
| Kanagaon | East | 5.26 km |
| Bikramguda | South-East | 5.31 km |
| Turihaldi | South | 5.36 km |
| Tipiguda | North-East | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulihari
Kulihari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Kulihari is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kulihari is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulihari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulihari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kulihari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulihari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kulihari
Where is Kulihari located?
Kulihari village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulihari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulihari is Sandhikulihari.
What is the pincode of Kulihari?
The pincode of Kulihari is 766015.
What is the population of Kulihari?
Kulihari has a total population of 2,661, including 1,324 males and 1,337 females.
How many households are there in Kulihari?
There are 698 households in Kulihari.
What is the literacy rate in Kulihari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulihari is 51.56%. Male literacy is 69.64% and female literacy is 33.66%.